Abstract Background Sliding mechanics with miniscrews is recently used for extraction space closure. The purpose of this study was to elucidate how and why the archwire size affects long-term tooth movement in miniscrew sliding mechanics. Methods Long-term orthodontic tooth movements were simulated based on a remodeling law of the alveolar bone by using a finite element method. in whi... https://www.truvisionhealthftp.com/