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Dai F, Sang Y, Zeng J, Wang H, Pan Y, Zhao J, Xu T, Shu G. How accurate is predicted root movement achieved in four first-premolar extraction cases with Invisalign? Orthod Craniofac Res 2024. [PMID: 39137241 DOI: 10.1111/ocr.12842] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2023] [Revised: 07/19/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/15/2024]
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OBJECTIVES This study aims to compare the achieved and predicted root movements in adults after four first-premolar extractions and Invisalign treatment. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-three consecutive adults (22 Class I, 9 Cusp-to-cusp Class II and 2 Cusp-to-cusp Class III) from a single clinical division who completed the first series of aligners after premolar extractions were included in this retrospective study. A pretreatment cone-beam computed tomography model was registered onto the pretreatment surface-scanned dental model (SSDM) to locate the pretreatment root apices of the whole dentition. These were copied and transferred to the predicted and achieved post-treatment SSDMs to acquire the locations of the predicted and achieved post-treatment root apices. The differences between predicted and achieved root movements (DPARMs) were tested using the paired t-test or Wilcoxon signed rank test. RESULTS In the anteroposterior direction, posterior root movements of maxillary and mandibular anterior teeth were poorly achieved (3.24-5.74 mm DPARMs, p < .05). In the vertical direction, roots of maxillary anterior teeth achieved greater intrusion (0.70-0.93 mm DPARMs, p < .05), while those of mandibular incisors achieved less intrusion (0.57-0.65 mm DPARMs, p < .05) than predicted. In the mediolateral direction, lateral incisor roots did not move distally (-0.65 to -0.96 mm DPARMs, p < .05), while those of canines did not move buccally, compared with the prediction (-0.75 mm DPARMs, p < .05). CONCLUSIONS In the four first-premolar extraction treatments with Invisalign, root movements were not achieved as predicted, particularly for anterior teeth in the anteroposterior direction.
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- Fanfan Dai
- Second Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
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- Second Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
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- Second Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
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- Shanghai Bondent Technology Co., Ltd, Shanghai, China
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- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
- Fourth Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Second Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
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- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Second Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
- National Center for Stomatology, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, Beijing, China
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Thilagalavanian A, Weir T, Meade MJ. Analysis of predicted and achieved root angulation changes in teeth adjacent to maxillary premolar extraction sites in patients treated with the Invisalign appliance. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2024:S0889-5406(24)00249-X. [PMID: 39066745 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2024.06.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2024] [Revised: 06/01/2024] [Accepted: 06/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/30/2024]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to investigate the expression of root angulation in canine, premolar, and first molar teeth adjacent to first and second premolar extraction sites in the maxilla after treatment with an initial series of Invisalign aligners (Align Technology, Santa Clara, Calif). METHODS Adult patients (aged ≥18 years) with at least 1 first and/or second premolar extraction in the maxilla and satisfying strict selection criteria were evaluated. Digital models representing pretreatment, predicted, and posttreatment were obtained from Align Technology's digital interface, ClinCheck. The Geomagic Control X (version 2017.0.3; 3D systems, Rock Hill, NC) software facility was used to determine and compare the root angulation of adjacent canine, premolar, and first molar teeth at different time points. RESULTS The predicted angulation of teeth was significantly different (P <0.02) than that achieved in most patients. When adjacent teeth roots were planned to tip away from the extraction site, there was an overexpression of the movement. When teeth roots were planned to tip into the extraction site, underexpression occurred, and movement was in the opposite direction in some instances. There was no difference in root angulation outcomes according to the prescribed number of aligners, 1- or 2-week wear protocols, and sex (P >0.05). Attachments were influential in controlling angulation in first-premolar extractions (P = 0.05), but optimized attachments were not any more effective than conventional attachments (P >0.05). CONCLUSIONS The achieved root angulation in teeth adjacent to premolar extraction sites in the maxilla after treatment with an initial series of Invisalign aligners differed significantly from that predicted. Attachments play a minor role in the predictability of root angulation outcomes.
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- Abirami Thilagalavanian
- From the Orthodontic Unit, Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- From the Orthodontic Unit, Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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- From the Orthodontic Unit, Adelaide Dental School, The University of Adelaide, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia.
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Liu F, Liu J, Guo M, Li Z, Shu G, Dai F. Miniscrew anchorage versus Class II elastics for maxillary arch distalization using clear aligners. Angle Orthod 2024; 94:383-391. [PMID: 39229948 PMCID: PMC11210513 DOI: 10.2319/110723-743.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2023] [Accepted: 02/01/2024] [Indexed: 09/05/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To identify whether intramaxillary miniscrew anchorage could achieve a better maxillary arch distalization effect in clear aligner treatment compared to Class II elastics. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty adult patients with Class II dentition who were treated with whole maxillary arch distalization using clear aligners were collected. Either intramaxillary miniscrew anchorage (miniscrew group, n = 17) or intermaxillary Class II elastics (Class II elastic group, n = 13) were used to support maxillary arch distalization. Three-dimensional predicted and achieved displacements, and angular changes of maxillary posterior teeth and anterior teeth, were measured and compared. RESULTS The achieved distalization efficiency was 36.2%-43.9% in the posterior teeth and the retraction efficiency was 36.9%-49.4% in the anterior teeth. No statistically significant differences were found in maxillary arch distalization efficiency between the groups. The miniscrew group achieved less incisor extrusion and posterior tooth distal tipping than the Class II elastic group. Both groups achieved comparable arch expansion, posterior tooth buccal inclination, and anterior tooth lingual inclination. CONCLUSIONS Intramaxillary miniscrew anchorage and intermaxillary Class II elastics achieved comparable efficiency in maxillary arch distalization. However, the miniscrew anchorage showed better vertical control in anterior teeth and mesiodistal tipping control in posterior teeth.
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- Corresponding author: Dr Fanfan Dai, Second Clinical Division, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology & National Center for Stomatology & National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & National Engineering Research Center of Oral Biomaterials and Digital Medical Devices, No. 66 Anli Road, ChaoYang District, Beijing, China (e-mail: )
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Zhang Y, Wang K, Li M, Liu C, Tang L, Wan C, Fan C, Liu Y. Effects of different intrusion patterns during anterior teeth retraction using clear aligners in extraction cases: an iterative finite element analysis. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1388876. [PMID: 38903188 PMCID: PMC11186992 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1388876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 06/22/2024] Open
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Background Overtreatment design of clear aligner treatment (CAT) in extraction cases is currently primarily based on the clinical experience of orthodontists and is not supported by robust evidence on the underlying biomechanics. This study aimed to investigate the biomechanical effects of overtreatment strategies involving different maxillary anterior teeth intrusion patterns during anterior teeth retraction by CAT in extraction cases. Materials and methods A finite element model of the maxillary dentition with the first premolar extracted was constructed. A loading method of clear aligners (CAs) based on the initial state field was proposed. The iterative method was used to simulate the long-term orthodontic tooth movement under the mechanical load exerted by the CAs. Three groups of CAs were utilized for anterior teeth retraction (G0: control group; G1: incisors intrusion group; G2: anterior teeth intrusion group). Tooth displacement and occlusal plane rotation tendency were analyzed. Results In G0, CAT caused lingual tipping and extrusion of the incisors, distal tipping and extrusion of the canines, mesial tipping, and intrusion of the posterior teeth. In G1, the incisors showed minimal extrusion, whereas the canines showed increased extrusion and distal tipping tendency. G2 showed the smallest degree of posterior occlusal plane angle rotation, while the inclination tendency of the canines and second premolars decreased. Conclusion 1. In CAT, tooth displacement tendency may change with increased wear time. 2. During anterior teeth retraction, the incisor intrusion pattern can provide effective vertical control for the lateral incisors but has little effect on the central incisors. Anterior teeth intrusion patterns can alleviate the inclination of canines and second premolars, resulting in partial relief of the roller-coaster effect.
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- Yiyan Zhang
- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- Department of Endodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, The Affiliated Hospital of Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
- School of Stomatology, Qingdao University, Qingdao, Shandong, China
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Ghislanzoni LH, Kalemaj Z, Manuelli M, Magni C, Polimeni A, Lucchese A. How well does Invisalign ClinCheck predict actual results: A prospective study. Orthod Craniofac Res 2024; 27:465-473. [PMID: 38205876 DOI: 10.1111/ocr.12752] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to compare achieved movements with predicted movements after 28-week use of Invisalign Lite aligners. SETTINGS AND SAMPLE POPULATION The digital impressions of 21 subjects treated with Invisalign Lite at a private practice and in the dental clinic (Milan, Italy) were taken and analysed. Subjects were Caucasian with a mean age of 20.1 years. METHODS Patients were analysed at two time points: at T0, before starting therapy, and at T1, after 28 weeks of treatment with Invisalign clear aligners, with a 2-week change interval. The changes that occurred between T0 and T1 were compared to the predicted changes between T0 and Ts (setup/ClinCheck). Tooth movement performance was estimated through variables calculated as the difference between obtained and planned movements. RESULTS In both maxillary and mandibular arches, the teeth that exhibited the least accurate expression of torque were the central incisors. Tip was not accurate on maxillary central incisors and canines, mandibular central incisors, lateral incisors, first premolars, second premolars and first molars. Rotations were under-expressed on maxillary lateral incisors, canines and second premolars and on mandibular central incisors, canines, first premolars, second premolars and first molars. The overall angular changes showed a tendency to underperformance. Transverse linear changes were accurate with a significant overperformance on maxillary and mandibular first molars. CONCLUSIONS Torque correction of maxillary central incisors, as well as rotational correction of most of the teeth, showed significant differences between what was planned and what was obtained.
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- Luis Huanca Ghislanzoni
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Geneva, Geneva, Switzerland
- Private Practice, Lausanne, Switzerland
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- Unit of Orthodontics, Division of Dentistry, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
- Unit of Dentistry, Division of Orthodontics, Research Center for Oral Pathology and Implantology, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Private Practice Milano, Pavia, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Oral and Maxillo-Facial Science, 'Sapienza' University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Orthodontics, Division of Dentistry, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
- Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, Italy
- Unit of Dentistry, Division of Orthodontics, Research Center for Oral Pathology and Implantology, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Milan, Italy
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Sadek MM, Alhashmi R. Unplanned tooth movement in deepbite correction with Invisalign: A retrospective study. J World Fed Orthod 2024; 13:136-144. [PMID: 38402054 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejwf.2023.12.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2023] [Revised: 11/24/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/26/2024]
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BACKGROUND This study aimed to investigate unplanned tooth movements in deepbite correction with Invisalign. METHODS The sample consisted of 34 adult patients with deepbite malocclusion treated with Invisalign. Pretreatment and predicted digital models were exported from ClinCheck software, while the post-treatment model was obtained from an intraoral scan taken at the end of the first set of aligners. Digital models' superimposition was done using the eModel "Compare" software. Frequency and percentage of occurrence of unplanned linear and angular movements, their magnitude, and direction were then determined. In addition, comparison of unplanned movements was performed between anterior and posterior teeth as well as between linear and angular measurements. RESULTS The percentage of unplanned movements ranged from 1.68% to 25.63% in the maxilla and 3.36% to 23.95% in the mandible, being most evident in the first and second molars. Unplanned movements were statistically significantly more frequent in posterior teeth compared with the anterior teeth (P > 0.05). In addition, the frequency of angular movements was statistically significantly higher for each tooth than linear movement (P < 0.05) with a higher mean value. Unplanned mesiodistal movements were the least frequent. CONCLUSIONS Unplanned linear as well as angular movements were evident in almost all teeth. Unplanned faciolingual inclination and mesiodistal angulation movements were the most frequently observed. Unplanned vertical movements can affect the predictability of deepbite correction and thus merit particular attention in those cases.
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- Mais M Sadek
- Assistant Professor, Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt; Assistant Professor of Orthodontics, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
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- Orthodontic Resident, College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Fan WJ, Zhang JQ, Zhan JQ, Hu L, Chen LL. Transforming Adolescent Smiles: Correcting Skeletal Mandibular Retrusion and Bimaxillary Protrusion with Clear Aligners. Curr Med Sci 2024; 44:657-666. [PMID: 38748367 DOI: 10.1007/s11596-024-2856-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/29/2024]
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Maxillary protrusion combined with mandibular retraction is a highly prevalent but extremely complex maxillofacial deformity that can have a serious negative impact on patients' facial aesthetics and mental health. The traditional orthodontic treatment strategy often involves extracting 4 first premolars and conventional fixed techniques, combined with mini-implant screws, to retract the anterior teeth and improve facial protrusion. In recent years, an invisible orthodontic technique, without brackets, has become increasingly popular. However, while an invisible aligner has been used in some cases with reasonable results, there remain significant challenges in achieving a perfect outcome. This case report presents an adolescent patient with bimaxillary protrusion and mandibular retrognathia. Based on the characteristics of the invisible aligners and the growth characteristics of the adolescent's teeth and jawbone, we designed precise three-dimensional tooth movement and corresponding resistance/over-correction for each tooth, while utilizing the patient's jawbone growth potential to promote rapid development of the mandible, accurately and efficiently correcting bimaxillary protrusion and skeletal mandibular retrognathia. The patient's facial aesthetics, especially the lateral morphology, have been greatly improved, and various aesthetic indicators have also shown significant changes, and to the patient's great benefit, invasive mini-implant screws were not used during the treatment. This case highlights the advantages of using invisible aligners in adolescent maxillary protrusion combined with mandibular retraction patients. Furthermore, comprehensive and accurate design combined with good application of growth potential can also enable invisible orthodontic technology to achieve perfect treatment effects in tooth extractions, providing clinical guidance for orthodontists.
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- Wen-Jie Fan
- Department of Stomatology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
- School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
- Wuhan National High Magnetic Field Center, Wuhan, 430074, China
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- School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
- The Affiliated Lianyungang Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, 222000, China
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Kangda College of Nanjing Medical University/The First People's Hospital of Lianyungang, Lianyungang, 222000, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China
- School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China
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- Department of Stomatology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China.
- School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China.
- Wuhan National High Magnetic Field Center, Wuhan, 430074, China.
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- Department of Stomatology, Union Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430022, China.
- School of Stomatology, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, China.
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Xiao X, Wu Z, Yeweng S. The Efficiency of Segmental Le Fort I Surgery in Clear Aligner Therapy of Skeletal Class III Deformity: A Pilot Study. J Craniofac Surg 2024; 35:e341-e345. [PMID: 38451107 DOI: 10.1097/scs.0000000000010041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 01/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/08/2024] Open
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficiency of segmental Le Fort I osteotomy in clear aligner therapy of skeletal Class III deformities and to explore whether Le Fort I segmental osteotomy was effective for maxillary incisor axis correction and reduced the duration of perioperative orthodontics. MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients who had skeletal Class III deformities (ANB<0) treated with extraction of the maxillary first premolars, segmental Le Fort I osteotomy, and clear aligners therapy were included in this retrospective study. We measured the amount of tooth extraction space that was closed by surgery and recorded the preoperative orthodontic and total treatment duration. Lateral cephalograms were analyzed to measure changes of maxillary incisor inclination before treatment (T0), 1 week before surgery (T1), 1 week after surgery (T2), and after total orthodontic treatment (T3). Statistical analyses were performed, and the P value was set at 0.05. RESULTS The sample was composed of 15 patients aged 19 to 30 (M=22.9) years. The average preoperative orthodontic treatment duration was 16.2±5.22 mo, with 33.5 pairs of clear aligners. The gap at the extraction site decreased from 5.42±1.57 mm to 0.80±0.62 mm on average after surgery. U1-SN and U1-NA(deg) increased sparingly with preoperative decompensation, decreased in quantity after surgery, and then slightly increased with postoperative compensation (T20.05). CONCLUSIONS Le Fort I segmental osteotomy assisted decompensation of the upper anterior teeth and reduced the duration of preoperative orthodontics with clear aligners.
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- Xiufeng Xiao
- Department of Zhong Shang Square Outpatient, School of Stomatology
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- Department of Orthodontics, School and Hospital of Stomatology, Wuhan University, Wuhan, PR, China
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Kusaibati AM, Sultan K, Hajeer MY, Gkantidis N. Digital setup accuracy for moderate crowding correction with fixed orthodontic appliances: a prospective study. Prog Orthod 2024; 25:13. [PMID: 38584176 PMCID: PMC10999400 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-024-00513-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/09/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the accuracy of a semi-automatic 3D digital setup process in predicting the orthodontic treatment outcome achieved by labial fixed appliances. SUBJECTS AND METHODS Twenty-five adult patients (18 to 24 years old) with class I malocclusion and moderate crowding were prospectively enrolled and received treatment on both jaws through the straight-wire technique. Prior to treatment commencement, a semi-automatic digital setup simulating the predicted treatment outcome was performed for each patient through Orthoanalyzer software (3Shape®, Copenhagen, Denmark) to obtain the prediction model. This was compared to the final outcome model through 3D superimposition methods. Metric variables and inspection of color-coded distance maps were used to detect how accurately the digital setup predicts the actual treatment outcome. RESULTS The mean absolute distances (MAD) between the superimposed dental arches of the predicted and the final models were: 0.77 ± 0.13 mm following superimposition on the palate, 0.52 ± 0.06 mm following superimposition on the maxillary dental arch, and 0.55 ± 0.15 mm following superimposition on the mandibular dental arch. The MAD at the palatal reference area was 0.09 ± 0.04 mm. Visualization of color-coded distance maps indicated that the digital setup accurately predicted the final teeth position in a few cases. Almost half of the cases had posteriorly wider upper and lower dental arches and palatally/lingually positioned or inclined anterior teeth, whereas the rest still showed errors within 2-3 mm, distributed over the entire dental arches with no distinct pattern. CONCLUSIONS The accuracy of semi-automatic prediction of the labial fixed appliance treatment outcome in Class I cases with moderate crowding is not yet sufficient. While average measures showed deviations less than 1 mm, examination of individual color-coded distance maps revealed significant disparities between the simulated and the actual results.
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- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Damascus, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Damascus, Damascus, Syria
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- Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, University of Bern, Bern, Switzerland.
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Wang X, Gao J. Clear aligner treatment assisted by mini screw for an adult with Class II division 2 malocclusion and a right upper canine completely outside of the dental arch: A case report. Int Orthod 2024; 22:100837. [PMID: 38160659 DOI: 10.1016/j.ortho.2023.100837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2023] [Revised: 12/04/2023] [Accepted: 12/06/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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This case report describes a 19-year-old man presented with a 5.7-mm deep overbite, Class II division 2 malocclusion with the right upper maxillary canine completely buccal ectopia, deviated midline in the upper arch, severe crowding and retroclination of the maxillary and mandibular incisors. The patient was treated with clear aligners to correct the Class II relationship and the deep overbite. A series of clear aligners were used to move bilateral maxillary molars distally with unilateral mini-screw anchorage. The final results showed that clear aligners with mini-screws could effectively achieve the required upper distal molar movement thanks to a reasonable design of the stages and anchorage. The treatment was completed in 19 months and the patient was satisfied with the treatment outcome in this context of mild to moderate Class II division 2 malocclusion.
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- Xian Wang
- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, 710032 Xi'an, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, 710032 Xi'an, China.
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Slaymaker J, Hirani S, Woolley J. Direct 3D printing aligners - past, present and future possibilities. Br Dent J 2024; 236:401-405. [PMID: 38459321 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-024-7126-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2023] [Revised: 06/29/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/10/2024]
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The aim of this paper is to introduce the general dentist to recent advances in 3D printing technology used in orthodontics. 3D printing is a highly evolving area of dentistry with continual developments. New advances now allow the in-house delivery of printed aligners. Advocates of this new technology suggest the benefits of more prescriptive and controlled tooth movement in comparison to conventional thermoformed appliances. However, there is currently limited evidence on the efficiency of this material and more research needs to be carried out to validate this new technology.
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- Specialist Orthodontist, Milton Keynes, England, UK
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- Orthodontic Registrar, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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Jin X, Tian X, Lee Zhi Hui V, Zheng Y, Song J, Han X. The effect of enhanced structure in the posterior segment of clear aligners during anterior retraction: a three-dimensional finite element and experimental model analysis. Prog Orthod 2024; 25:3. [PMID: 38221549 PMCID: PMC10788328 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-023-00502-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Mesial tipping of posterior teeth occurs frequently during space closure with clear aligners (CAs). In this study, we proposed a new modification of CA by localized thickening of the aligner to form the enhanced structure and investigate its biomechanical effect during anterior retraction. METHODS Two methods were employed in this study. First, a finite element (FE) model was constructed, which included alveolar bone, the first premolars extracted maxillary dentition, periodontal ligaments (PDL), attachments and aligners. The second method involved an experimental model-a measuring device using multi-axis transducers and vacuum thermoforming aligners. Two groups were formed: (1) The control group used common CAs and (2) the enhanced structure group used partially thickened CAs. RESULTS FE model revealed that the enhanced structure improved the biomechanics during anterior retraction. Specifically, the second premolar, which had a smaller PDL area, experienced a smaller protraction force and moment, making it less likely to tip mesially. In the same vein, the molars could resist movement due to their larger PDL area even though they were applied larger forces. The resultant force of the posterior tooth was closer to the center of resistance, reducing the tipping moment. The canine was applied a larger retraction force and moment, resulting in sufficient retraction of anterior teeth. The experimental model demonstrated a similar trend in force variation as the FE model. CONCLUSIONS Enhanced structure allowed force distribution more in accordance with optimal principles of biomechanics during the extraction space closure while permitting less mesial tipping and anchorage loss of posterior teeth and better retraction of anterior teeth. Thus, enhanced structure alleviated the roller coaster effect associated with extraction cases and offered a new possibility for anchorage reinforcement in clear aligner therapy.
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- Xiaohan Jin
- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, 14# 3Rd Section of Ren Min Nan Road, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- Jiangmen Municipal Stomatology Hospital, Yongli Street, Shengli Road, Jiangmen, 529000, Guangdong Province, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, 14# 3Rd Section of Ren Min Nan Road, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China
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- R&D Center, EA Medical Center Device Technologies Co., Ltd, Middle Branch Road, Wuxi, 214174, Jiangsu Province, China
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- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Engineering of Higher Education, Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing Medical University, 426# Songshibei Road, Chongqing, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, 14# 3Rd Section of Ren Min Nan Road, Chengdu, 610041, Sichuan Province, China.
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Miao Z, Zhang H, Yang Y, Han Y, Leng J, Wang S. Influence of maxillary molar distalization with clear aligners on three-dimensional direction: molar distal movement, intrusion, distal tip and crown buccal torque. Prog Orthod 2023; 24:48. [PMID: 38151662 PMCID: PMC10752857 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-023-00500-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/22/2023] [Indexed: 12/29/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to evaluate the distal movement, vertical movement, distal tipping and crown buccal torque of maxillary molars after the completion of distalization by comparing the predicted movement with the achieved movement using palatal rugae registration. METHODS The study included 22 clear aligner patients (7 males and 15 females), and 79 molars were measured. Two digital models were generated before treatment and after molar distalization and were superimposed after selecting the palatal rugae area for registration in GOM inspect suite software 2022 (GOM; Braunschweig, Germany). The predicted and achieved movements of molar distalization, intrusion, distal tip and crown buccal torque were measured and compared. RESULT The achieved distalization (1.25 ± 0.79 mm vs. 2.17 ± 1.03 mm, P < 0.001; 1.41 ± 1.00 mm vs. 2.66 ± 1.15 mm, P < 0.001), intrusion (0.47 ± 0.41 mm vs. 0.18 ± 0.54 mm, P < 0.01; 0.58 ± 0.65 mm vs. 0.10 ± 1.12 mm, P < 0.01), distal tip (5.30 ± 4.56° vs. 1.53 ± 2.55°, P < 0.001; 4.87 ± 4.50° vs. - 1.95 ± 4.32°, P < 0.001) and crown buccal torque (1.95 ± 4.18° vs. - 1.15 ± 4.75°, P < 0.001; 0.43 ± 4.39° vs. - 4.27 ± 6.42°, P < 0.001) were significantly different from the predicted values in the two groups (first molar, second molar). Significant regression relationships were found between the achieved distal movement and deviational intrusion (R2 = 0.203, P < 0.0001), distal tip (R2 = 0.133, P < 0.001) and crown buccal torque (R2 = 0.067, P < 0.05). There was a significant correlation between the deviational movements of intrusion and the distal tip (R = 0.555, P < 0.0001). CONCLUSION Approximately 2 mm maxillary molar distalization was achieved in this study. Deviational movement of intrusion, distal tip and crown buccal torque beyond the clear aligner virtual design appeared to a certain degree after distalization. Thus, more attention should be given to molar intrusion and distal tip and crown buccal torque as the designed distalization increases.
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- Zeyao Miao
- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Clinical Research Center of Shaanxi Province for Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Clinical Research Center of Shaanxi Province for Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Clinical Research Center of Shaanxi Province for Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Clinical Research Center of Shaanxi Province for Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
- Clinical Research Center of Shaanxi Province for Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Key Laboratory of Shaanxi Province for Craniofacial Precision Medicine Research, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
- Department of Orthodontics, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
- Clinical Research Center of Shaanxi Province for Dental and Maxillofacial Diseases, College of Stomatology, Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.
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Gao J, Guo D, Zhang X, Cheng Y, Zhang H, Xu Y, Jin Z, Ma Y. Biomechanical effects of different staging and attachment designs in maxillary molar distalization with clear aligner: a finite element study. Prog Orthod 2023; 24:43. [PMID: 38044352 PMCID: PMC10694119 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-023-00493-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2023] [Accepted: 09/26/2023] [Indexed: 12/05/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND In the present study, the effects of distalizations of one and two molars with different step distances and attachment designs have been analyzed. METHODS A 3D finite element analysis model has been developed in order to determine the tendency of tooth displacement and stress distribution with clear aligner treatment. RESULTS Under the condition of single-molar distalization, when the step distance was set to 0.25 mm, the total displacement was 0.086 mm for central incisors, 0.080 mm for lateral incisors, 0.084 mm for canines, 0.102 mm for the first premolar and 0.076 mm for the second premolar. The von Mises stress of roots and the principal stress of the periodontal ligament was slightly lower than in the control group when the step distance was set to 0.130 mm. Under the condition of two-molar distalization, when the step distance was set to 0.130 mm, the total displacements for central incisors, lateral incisors and canines as well as both the first and second maxillary molars were basically the same as with a distance of 0.250 mm for one-molar distalization. In addition, when the step distance was 0.130 mm with two-molar distalization, the rotation center of the first and second molar was closer to the apex of the root indicating that the smaller step distance led to more bodily movement during the two-molar distalization. However, displacement tendencies of the first molar and the second molar were basically the same whether horizontal or vertical rectangular attachments were added. CONCLUSIONS A step distance of moving two molars to 0.130 mm can achieve the same reaction force on the anterior teeth as moving one molar 0.250 mm without effects on horizontal or vertical rectangular attachments. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Our results provide a theoretical basis and guidance for simultaneously moving two molars backward in clinical practice using a clear aligner.
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- Jie Gao
- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China.
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- State Key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, No. 169 Changle West Road, Xi'an, 710032, China.
- Shanxi Medical University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Taiyuan, 030001, China.
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Inchingolo AM, Inchingolo AD, Carpentiere V, Del Vecchio G, Ferrante L, Di Noia A, Palermo A, Di Venere D, Dipalma G, Inchingolo F. Predictability of Dental Distalization with Clear Aligners: A Systematic Review. Bioengineering (Basel) 2023; 10:1390. [PMID: 38135981 PMCID: PMC10740623 DOI: 10.3390/bioengineering10121390] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/05/2023] [Revised: 11/02/2023] [Accepted: 11/23/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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The current review aims to evaluate the scientific evidence relating to the effectiveness of treatment with clear aligners (CAs) in controlling distalization orthodontic tooth movement. "Orthodontics, aligners" and "distalization" were the search terms used on the Scopus, Web of Science and Pubmed databases with the Boolean operator "AND". The results of the last ten years of research were 146 studies; of these, 19 publications were included for this review. The distalization movement is possible with invisible masks alone, but the risk of losing anchorage in the anterior sectors is very probable. The stability of the results and the reduction of unwanted effects can be guaranteed by the use of skeletal anchoring devices and interproximal enamel reduction (IPR), with which compensations are obtained to reduce the initial overjet. Temporary anchorage devices (TADs) can be used to manage posterior anchorage after distalization of maxillary molars with aligners. This hybrid approach has demonstrated the greatest orthodontic success. TADs are useful aids to provide direct and indirect skeletal anchorage. The opposite effect must be considered when planning dental distalization, especially of the molars, in patients with large overjet, and corrective measures or the use of auxiliaries may be necessary to prevent midcourse corrections. This systematic review provides a critical evidence-based assessment of the predictability of dental distalization with CAs, an ever-evolving orthodontic technique.
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- Angelo Michele Inchingolo
- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- College of Medicine and Dentistry, Birmingham B4 6BN, UK;
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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- Department of Interdisciplinary Medicine, University of Bari Aldo Moro, 70124 Bari, Italy; (A.M.I.); (A.D.I.); (V.C.); (G.D.V.); (L.F.); (A.D.N.); (D.D.V.); (F.I.)
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Cao Y, Wang ZW, Chen D, Liu L, Li DX, Li N, Ying SQ, Liu X, Jin F. The effect of space arrangement between anterior teeth on their retraction with clear aligners in first premolar extraction treatment: a finite element study. Prog Orthod 2023; 24:39. [PMID: 37747552 PMCID: PMC10519906 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-023-00484-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Accepted: 08/03/2023] [Indexed: 09/26/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Clear aligner therapy has become increasingly popular in recent years, although it has encountered several difficulties in premolar extraction treatment. These difficulties include anterior dentition, lingual tipping and extrusion. The design of the present clinical scheme usually set a tiny space between the anterior teeth before retraction in order to obtain an ideal outcome. The objective of our research was to analyze the effect of the existing spaces during retraction. METHODS Models including maxillary dentition without first premolars, maxilla, periodontal ligaments, gingiva, or aligners were constructed and imported to an ANSYS workbench. Five groups of models were created: without spaces and with 0.25, 0.50, 0.75 and 1.00 mm spaces between the anterior dentition. A 0.20 mm retraction step was applied to all the groups. RESULTS As the spaces between the anterior dentition increased, the bowing effect of the aligner caused by the passive forces decreased gradually. Accordingly, the degree of extrusion of the anterior dentition was alleviated significantly, while sagittal movement was reduced. However, the overall movement tended to be a bodily displacement rather than tipping. Meanwhile, maximum Von Mises stress of the periodontal ligaments (PDLs) was markedly decreased. CONCLUSION These analyses indicate that spaces between the anterior dentition during anterior retraction are beneficial for decreasing the tendency for extrusion of the anterior dentition and require provision of anchorage. Appropriate spaces can be designed to lest the lingual tipping and extrusion effect of the anterior teeth while simultaneously reducing the maximum stresses on PDLs.
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- Yuan Cao
- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- Jiuquan Satellite Launch Centre, Jiuquan, 732750, Gansu, China
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi International Joint Research Center for Oral Diseases, Center for Tissue Engineering, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China.
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- State key Laboratory of Oral & Maxillofacial Reconstruction and Regeneration, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Shaanxi Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, School of Stomatology, The Fourth Military Medical University, Xi'an, 710032, Shaanxi, China.
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Wang S, Huang Y, Fan D, Liu H, Yuan C, Yang L, Wang P. Effects of overtreatment with different attachment positions on maxillary anchorage enhancement with clear aligners: a finite element analysis study. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:693. [PMID: 37749548 PMCID: PMC10521390 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03340-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 09/27/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The effect of attachment positions on anchorage has not been fully explored. The aim of the present study is to analyze the effect of overtreatment with different anchorage positions on maxillary anchorage enhancement with clear aligners in extraction cases. METHODS Models of the maxilla and maxillary dentition were constructed and imported into SOLIDWORKS software to create periodontal ligament (PDL), clear aligners, and attachments. Attachment positions on second premolars included: without attachment (WOA), buccal attachment (BA), and bucco-palatal attachment (BPA). Overtreatment degrees were divided into five groups (0°, 1°, 2°, 3°, 4°) and added on the second premolars. The calculation and analysis of the displacement trends and stress were performed using ANSYS software. RESULTS Distal tipping and extrusion of the canines, and mesial tipping and intrusion of the posterior teeth occurred during retraction. A strong anchorage was achieved in cases of overtreatment of 2.8° with BA and 2.4° with BPA. Moreover, the BPA showed the best in achieving bodily control of the second premolars. When the overtreatment was performed, the canines and first molars also showed reduced tipping trends with second premolars attachments. And the stress on the PDL and the alveolar bone was significantly relieved and more evenly distributed in the BPA group. CONCLUSIONS Overtreatment is an effective means for anchorage enhancement. However, the biomechanical effect of overtreatment differs across attachment positions. The BPA design performs at its best for stronger overtreatment effects with fewer adverse effects.
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- Shiyu Wang
- School of stomatology, Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
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- School of stomatology, Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
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- School of stomatology, Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
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- School of stomatology, Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
- Department of Implantology, Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China
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- School of stomatology, Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China.
- Department of Implantology, Affiliated Stomatological Hospital of Xuzhou Medical University, 221000, Xuzhou, China.
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Scisciola F, Palone M, Scuzzo G, Scuzzo G, Huanca Ghislanzoni LT, Lombardo L. Accuracy of lingual straight-wire orthodontic treatment with passive self-ligating brackets and square slot: a retrospective study. Prog Orthod 2023; 24:30. [PMID: 37718375 PMCID: PMC10505602 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-023-00482-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2023] [Accepted: 07/26/2023] [Indexed: 09/19/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES To investigate the accuracy of torque, tip and rotation and linear intra-arch movements yielded by passive self-ligating lingual straight-wire appliances with brackets featuring square slots. MATERIALS AND METHODS Twenty-five adult Caucasian patients (16 females and 9 males; mean age 26.5 ± 4.3 years) with Class I or mild Class II head-to-head malocclusion were orthodontically treated via passive lingual self-ligating straight-wire appliances (ALIAS, Ormco, Orange, CA) with no extraction. Records were retrospectively analysed, and digital models of pre-treatment (T0), planned (T1) and achieved (T2) phase were acquired for both arches in each patient via an intraoral scanner (Medit I500 (iScan Medit, Seoul, Korea). VAM software (Vectra, Canfield Scientific, Fairfield, NJ, USA) was used to measure both angular values (torque, tip and rotation) and linear intra-arch widths (between canines, first and second premolars and first and second molars). Measurements were obtained for all the movements investigated for each tooth group (incisors, canines, premolars and molars), by arch (maxillary and mandibular) and for both arches at T0, T1 and T2. The accuracy of angular values was compared using Student's t-test against a hypothetical 100%, and among the various tooth groups by post-hoc tests. Transverse linear measurements were investigated by means of the non-parametric Friedman test. The significance threshold was set at 0.05. RESULTS The mean accuracy of angular values was 77.25 ± 7.71% for torque, 78.41 ± 6.17% for tip and 77.99 ± 6.58% for rotation. In all cases, however, there was a significant difference between planned and achieved movements, and accuracy was significantly lower than the hypothetical 100% for all tooth groups, individual arches and dentition (p < 0.001). For intra-arch diameters, the greatest accuracy values were found for the anterior sectors (83.54 ± 5.19% for the maxillary inter-canine distance) and the lowest for the posterior sectors (67.28% for the maxillary inter-second molar distance). CONCLUSION Straight-wire lingual treatment with passive self-ligating appliances featuring with square slot displayed excellent clinical accuracy, albeit with statistical accuracy decreasing antero-posteriorly.
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- Fabrizio Scisciola
- Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy.
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- Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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- Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
- Department of Orthodontics, Dental School, University of Geneva, 1205 Geneve, Switzerland
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- Postgraduate School of Orthodontics, University of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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Tang Z, Chen W, Mei L, Abdulghani EA, Zhao Z, Li Y. Relative anchorage loss under reciprocal anchorage in mandibular premolar extraction cases treated with clear aligners. Angle Orthod 2023; 93:375-381. [PMID: 37343197 PMCID: PMC10294577 DOI: 10.2319/102222-727.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2022] [Accepted: 02/01/2023] [Indexed: 03/25/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVES To compare mandibular relative anchorage loss (RAL) under reciprocal anchorage between first and second premolar extraction cases in bimaxillary protrusion mild crowding cases treated using clear aligner therapy (CAT). MATERIALS AND METHODS Adult patients who met the following criteria were included: treated using CAT with bilateral mandibular premolar extractions and space closure using intra-arch reciprocal anchorage. RAL was defined as the percent molar mesial movement relative to the sum of molar mesial plus canine distal movement. Movements of the mandibular central incisor (L1), canine (L3), and first molar (L6) were measured based on superimposition of the pre- and post-treatment dentition and jaw models. RESULTS Among the 60 mandibular extraction quadrants, 38 had lower first premolar (L4) and 22 had lower second premolar (L5) extracted. L6 mesial movement was 2.01 ± 1.11 mm with RAL of 25% in the L4 extraction group vs 3.25 ± 1.19 mm with RAL of 40% in the L5 extraction group (P < .001). Tooth movement efficacy was 43% for L1 occlusogingival movement, 75% for L1 buccolingual inclination, 60% for L3 occlusogingival movement, and 53% for L3 mesiodistal angulation. L1 had unwanted extrusion and lingual crown torquing whereas L3 had unwanted extrusion and distal crown tipping, on which the power ridges or attachments had little preventive effect. CONCLUSIONS The average mandibular reciprocal RAL is 25% or 40% for extraction of L4 or L5, respectively, in CAT cases. A RAL-based treatment planning workflow is proposed for CAT extraction cases.
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Meng X, Wang C, Xu W, Wang R, Zheng L, Wang C, Aversa R, Fan Y. Effects of different designs of orthodontic clear aligners on the maxillary central incisors in the tooth extraction cases: a biomechanical study. BMC Oral Health 2023; 23:416. [PMID: 37349701 PMCID: PMC10288704 DOI: 10.1186/s12903-023-03106-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2022] [Accepted: 06/05/2023] [Indexed: 06/24/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Controlling the 3D movement of central incisors during tooth extraction cases with clear aligners is important but challenging in invisible orthodontic treatment. This study aimed to explore the biomechanical effects of central incisors in tooth extraction cases with clear aligners under different power ridge design schemes and propose appropriate advice for orthodontic clinic. METHODS A series of Finite Element models was constructed to simulate anterior teeth retraction or no retraction with different power ridge designs. These models all consisted of maxillary dentition with extracted first premolars, alveolar bone, periodontal ligaments and clear aligner. And the biomechanical effects were analysed and compared in each model. RESULTS For the model of anterior teeth retraction without power ridge and for the model of anterior teeth no retraction with a single power ridge, the central incisors exhibited crown lingual inclination and relative extrusion. For the model of anterior teeth no retraction with double power ridges, the central incisors tended to have crown labial inclination and relative intrusion. For the model of anterior tooth retraction with double power ridges, the central incisors exhibited a similar trend to the first kind of model, but as the depth of the power ridge increased, there was a gradual decrease in crown retraction value and an increase in crown extrusion value. The simulated results showed that von-Mises stress concentration was observed in the cervical and apical regions of the periodontal ligaments of the central incisors. The clear aligner connection areas of adjacent teeth and power ridge areas also exhibited von-Mises stress concentration and the addition of power ridge caused the clear aligner to spread out on the labial and lingual sides. CONCLUSIONS The central incisors are prone to losing torque and extruding in tooth extraction cases. Double power ridges have a certain root torque effect when there are no auxiliary designs, but they still cannot rescue tooth inclination during tooth retraction period. For tooth translation, it may be a better clinical procedure to change the one-step aligner design to two-step process: tilting retraction and root control.
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- Xuehuan Meng
- Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
- Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Engineering of Higher Education, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
- Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Engineering of Higher Education, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
- Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Engineering of Higher Education, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China
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- Stomatological Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China.
- Chongqing Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and Biomedical Sciences, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China.
- Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Engineering of Higher Education, No.426 Songshibei Road, Yubei District, Chongqing, 401147, China.
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- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics and Mechanobiology, Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, No.37, Xueyuan Road, Beijing, 100083, China.
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- Advanced Material Lab, University of Campania, Luigi Vanvitelli, Caserta, Italy
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- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics and Mechanobiology, Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, School of Engineering Medicine, Beihang University, No.37, Xueyuan Road, Beijing, 100083, China
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Xie J, Zheng Y, Wu J. Three-dimensional dentoskeletal effects of the Angelalign A6 clear aligners in a skeletal Class II growing patient: A case report. Int Orthod 2023; 21:100756. [PMID: 37167899 DOI: 10.1016/j.ortho.2023.100756] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2023] [Revised: 04/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/08/2023] [Indexed: 05/13/2023]
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This case report illustrates the successful nonsurgical and nonextraction treatment of a 12-year-old boy with skeletal Class II deep bite malocclusion undergoing two-phase clear aligner treatment. During A6 mandibular advancement phase, Class II buccal segment relationship was corrected by differential forward growth of the mandible, unplanned distalization of maxillary posterior teeth, and unplanned mesialization of mandibular posterior teeth. The maxillary sagittal curve of occlusion was deepened, the mandibular curve of Spee was not fully levelled, and the maxillary arch experienced downward-backward rotation resulting in premature contact on anterior and posterior open bite. Buccal crown tipping of maxillary posterior teeth was observed after arch expansion. The forward growth of the mandible improved the skeletal relationship, and the advancement of the chin position and sagittal movements of the incisors altered the nose-lip-chin relationship, resulting in an improved profile of the patient. During refinement phase, the posterior open bite was corrected. The mandibular plane angle did not increase throughout the treatment. The patient was satisfied with the aesthetic and functional outcome.
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- Jinchen Xie
- School of Stomatology, Nanchang University & Jiangxi Province Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Jiangxi Province Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine, No. 49, Fuzhou Road, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- School of Stomatology, Nanchang University & Jiangxi Province Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Jiangxi Province Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine, No. 49, Fuzhou Road, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China
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- School of Stomatology, Nanchang University & Jiangxi Province Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases & Jiangxi Province Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedicine, No. 49, Fuzhou Road, Nanchang 330006, Jiangxi, China.
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Muro MP, Caracciolo ACA, Patel MP, Feres MFN, Roscoe MG. Effectiveness and predictability of treatment with clear orthodontic aligners: A scoping review. Int Orthod 2023; 21:100755. [PMID: 37086643 DOI: 10.1016/j.ortho.2023.100755] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2022] [Revised: 03/08/2023] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 04/24/2023]
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INTRODUCTION In an ideal clinical setting, orthodontic therapy with clear aligners (CA) should improve the patients' initial malocclusion and must guarantee equivalence between the results predicted and those obtained clinically to be considered an effective treatment. Therefore, this scoping review aimed to identify the orthodontic literature concerning the effectiveness and predictability of CA treatments. METHODS A systematic computerized search was performed in 3 databases: PubMed, Scopus, and Embase. Inclusion criteria selected observational and clinical studies performed in at least 10 adult orthodontic patients, whose results of CA treatment's effectiveness and/or predictability were assessed. RESULTS The 3 database computerized searches resulted in 1,553 articles, and 169 full texts were considered potentially relevant. After applying the eligibility criteria, 33 studies were included. Most studies (76%) were designed as cohort studies and have been published in the last 5 years (79%). The majority included only non-extraction treatments (73%), and 79% reported results achieved with the Invisalign® system. The most predictable movement was the buccolingual tipping, while the least predictable movements were rotation, intrusion, and extrusion. Aligner treatment was effective for mild to moderate crowding resolution, and the success of overbite correction still seems to be limited. CONCLUSIONS The studies have demonstrated improvement of initial malocclusion through CA treatments. Still, predictability degree is overestimated and does not accurately reflect the occlusion immediately at the end of treatment. In future studies, there should be an effort to broaden the utilization of alternative aligner systems beyond Invisalign® and broadly disseminate their outcomes to strengthen clear aligners evidence base.
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- Dental Research Division, School of Dentistry, Guarulhos University, Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Biomaterials and Oral Biology, School of Dentistry, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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Yang Y, Yang R, Liu L, Zhang X, Jiang Q, Fan Q, Zhang H, Long H, Lai W. The effects of aligner anchorage preparation on mandibular first molars during premolar-extraction space closure with clear aligners: A finite element study. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2023:S0889-5406(23)00098-7. [PMID: 37024337 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2022.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2022] [Revised: 12/01/2022] [Accepted: 12/01/2022] [Indexed: 04/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of different aligner anchorage preparations on mandibular first molars during premolar-extraction space closure with clear aligners and to assess the effects of different modes of Class II elastics on mandibular first molars. METHODS Finite element models were constructed on the basis of cone-beam computed tomography data from an orthodontic patient. The models comprised maxilla, mandible, maxillary and mandibular teeth without first premolars, periodontal ligaments, attachments and aligners. Tooth displacement tendencies were calculated using different aligner anchorage preparations and Class II elastics on the models from the same patient. Three group sets were designed on the basis of the positions of aligner cutouts and buttons (mesiobuccal, distobuccal and lingual). Four groups were established in each of the 3 group sets. Four groups were created: (1) no elastic traction + no anchorage preparation, (2) anchorage preparation only, (3) elastic traction only, and (4) elastic traction + anchorage preparation. Different aligner anchorage preparations (0°, 1°, 2°, 3°) were applied on mandibular second premolars and molars. The Class II traction force was set to 100 g. RESULTS With clear aligners, mandibular first molars were subject to mesial tipping, lingual tipping and intrusion. In the condition of no elastic traction, aligner anchorage preparation resulted in distal tipping, buccal tipping, and extrusion effect on mandibular first molars. Aligner anchorage preparation was more effective in the distal and lingual cutout groups than in the mesial cutout group. In the condition of Class II elastic traction, the bodily movement of mandibular first molars was achieved with a 3° anchorage preparation for the mesial cutout group and a 1.7° anchorage preparation for distal and lingual cutout groups. Absolute maximal anchorage was achieved with a 2° anchorage preparation for distal and lingual cutout groups. CONCLUSIONS Clear aligner therapy caused mesial tipping, lingual tipping and intrusion of mandibular first molars during premolar-extraction space closure. Aligner anchorage preparation effectively prevented mesial and lingual tipping of mandibular molars. Distal and lingual cutout modes were more effective than mesial cutout modes in aligner anchorage preparation. For each aligner stage (0.25 mm), 1.7° aligner anchorage preparation and Class II elastics with distal or lingual cutouts led to the bodily movement of mandibular first molars, whereas 2° anchorage preparation reached absolute maximal anchorage.
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- Yi Yang
- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
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- Department of Orthodontics, State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases and National Clinical Center for Oral Research, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
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Mota-Júnior SL, Gasparello GG, Berretta LM, Tanaka OM. Considerations regarding an assessment of the orthodontic treatment efficacy of Clarity Aligners. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2023; 163:451-452. [PMID: 36990523 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2023.01.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2022] [Accepted: 01/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/29/2023]
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Jaber ST, Hajeer MY, Sultan K. Treatment Effectiveness of Clear Aligners in Correcting Complicated and Severe Malocclusion Cases Compared to Fixed Orthodontic Appliances: A Systematic Review. Cureus 2023; 15:e38311. [PMID: 37128600 PMCID: PMC10148732 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.38311] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/29/2023] [Indexed: 05/03/2023] Open
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This systematic review aimed to critically assess the available evidence regarding the effectiveness and efficiency of clear aligners in the comprehensive treatment of complex cases accompanied by premolars extraction. An electronic literature search by two reviewers was independently done on 27 February 2023 in the following databases without time and language limitations: Pubmed®, Scoups®, Google Scholar, Cochrane Library database, Web of Science™, and Proquest Database Open. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of any type, non-randomized clinical trials (CCT), cohort studies, and prospective, retrospective, and cross-sectional studies were reviewed. The risk of bias in included studies was assessed using the Risk of Bias (RoB 2.0) tool for randomized trials and the Risk of Bias in Non-randomized Studies (ROBINS-I) tool for non-randomized studies. After carefully searching the literature, six trials were included in this systematic review, three RCTs, two retrospective cohort studies, and one CCT. Two hundred eighty-three patients were included (186 females, 97 males). Three studies found that there were no differences between the clear aligners and fixed appliances when evaluations were done using the American Board of Orthodontists Objective Grading System (ABO-OGS) or the Peer Assessment Rating (PAR) index. Two studies found that there were some differences between predicted and achieved tooth movements when clear aligners were used in premolars extraction cases. Based on the included studies, the duration of treatment was shorter with fixed appliances than the clear aligners when applied to orthodontic extraction cases. Both clear aligners and fixed appliances were found effective in the orthodontic treatment of premolar extraction-based cases. Fixed appliances have the advantage of achieving better buccolingual inclination and occlusal contacts in a shorter treatment duration. Treatment with clear aligners might be associated with differences between predicted and achieved tooth movements. Therefore, the characteristics of these techniques should be considered when making a treatment decision.
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- Samer T Jaber
- Department of Orthodontics, University of Damascus, Damascus, SYR
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- Department of Orthodontics, University of Damascus, Damascus, SYR
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Alwafi AA, Hannam AG, Yen EH, Zou B. A new method assessing predicted and achieved mandibular tooth movement in adults treated with clear aligners using CBCT and individual crown superimposition. Sci Rep 2023; 13:4084. [PMID: 36906671 PMCID: PMC10008638 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-31339-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/24/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2023] [Indexed: 03/13/2023] Open
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The purpose of this study was to demonstrate a new method for quantifying the difference between predicted and achieved tooth movement with Invisalign using stable three-dimensional (3D) mandibular landmarks and dental superimposition. Cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) scans before (T1) and after (T2) the first series of aligners, their corresponding digital models (ClinCheck initial of the first series as T1 and ClinCheck initial of the refinement series as T2), and the ClinCheck final model of the first series as the predicted were obtained from 5 patients treated with non-extraction Invisalign therapy. After segmentation of the mandible and its dentition, T1 and T2 CBCTs were superimposed on stable anatomic structures (Pogonion and bilateral mental foramen) along with the pre-registered ClinCheck models. The 3D prediction differences between the predicted and achieved tooth position for 70 teeth with four types (incisor, canine, premolar and molar) were measured using a combination of software. The method employed in this study was tested to be reliable and repeatable with a very high intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) for both intra- and inter-examiner reliability. Premolar Phi (rotation), Incisor Psi (mesiodistal angulation), and Molar Y (mesiodistal translation) showed a significant prediction difference (P < 0.05), which is also clinically relevant. The method involving CBCT and individual crown superimposition to measure the 3D positional changes in the mandibular dentition is a robust and novel one. While, our finding in terms of the predictability of Invisalign treatment in the mandibular dentition mainly served as a crude, cursory examination, which warrants further and more rigorous investigations. With this novel methodology, it is possible to measure any amount of 3D tooth position difference in the mandibular dentition either between the simulated and the actual or with treatment and/or growth. Deliberate use of overcorrection of which specific type of tooth movement with clear aligner treatment and to what extent, might be possible with future studies.
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- Abdulraheem A Alwafi
- Department of Oral Health Science, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, 2199 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada.,Department of Dental Public Health, Faculty of Dentistry, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Oral Health Science, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, 2199 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
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- Department of Oral Health Science, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, 2199 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada
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- Department of Oral Health Science, Faculty of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, 2199 Wesbrook Mall, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z3, Canada.
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Li L, Guo R, Zhang L, Huang Y, Jia Y, Li W. Maxillary molar distalization with a 2-week clear aligner protocol in patients with Class II malocclusion: A retrospective study. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2023:S0889-5406(23)00071-9. [PMID: 36872177 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2022.11.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2022] [Revised: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 11/01/2022] [Indexed: 03/06/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to investigate the efficacy of molar distalization with or without anterior teeth retraction. METHODS Forty-three patients who received maxillary molar distalization with clear aligners were retrospectively enrolled and further divided into 2 groups: a retraction group (with maxillary incisor retraction ≥2 mm in ClinCheck) and a nonretraction group (without anteroposterior movement or with the labial movement of the maxillary incisor in ClinCheck). Pretreatment and posttreatment models were collected and laser-scanned to obtain the virtual models. Three-dimensional digital assessments of molar movement, anterior retraction and arch width were analyzed in the reverse engineering software Rapidform 2006. To calculate the efficacy of tooth movement, the achieved tooth movement assessed on the virtual model was compared with the predicted tooth movement in ClinCheck. RESULTS The achieved efficacy rates of molar distalization for the maxillary first and second molars were 36.48% and 41.94%, respectively. There was a significant difference in molar distalization efficacy between the retraction group (31.50% at the first molar and 35.63% at the second molar) and the nonretraction group (48.14% at the first molar and 52.51% at the second molar). In the retraction group, the efficacy of incisor retraction was 56.10%. The efficacy of dental arch expansion was more than 100% at the first molar levels in the retraction group and at the second premolar and first molar levels in the nonretraction group. CONCLUSIONS There is a discrepancy between the outcome and the predicted maxillary molar distalization with clear aligners. The efficacy of molar distalization with clear aligners was significantly affected by anterior teeth retraction, and the arch width significantly increased at the premolar and molar levels.
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- Linwei Li
- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Dental Medical Center, China-Japan Friendship Hospital, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China.
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- Department of Orthodontics, Peking University School and Hospital of Stomatology, Beijing, China.
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Evaluation of the predicted vs. achieved occlusal outcomes with the Invisalign® appliance: A retrospective investigation of adult patients. Int Orthod 2023; 21:100746. [PMID: 36868001 DOI: 10.1016/j.ortho.2023.100746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/13/2022] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 03/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between occlusal contacts, overbite, transverse expansion, and the buccolingual inclination of the teeth with reference to the predicted treatment outcomes and achieved outcomes related to the use of the Invisalign® appliance in mild-to-moderate Class I malocclusions. MATERIAL AND METHODS The occlusal contacts, overbite, the buccolingual inclination and transverse expansion of the maxillary arch of adult patients satisfying inclusion and exclusion criteria were measured at the initial (pre-treatment), predicted, and achieved treatment stages using metrology software. Pearson correlation coefficients and regression equations were calculated to determine the association between the initial, predicted and achieved changes in occlusal contact against the other variables. RESULTS Thirty-three patients, who commenced treatment between 2013 and 2018 and satisfied inclusion/exclusion criteria were evaluated. An overall loss of posterior contact was recorded and highlighted by a significantly greater loss of contact from the maxillary buccal occlusal surfaces compared to the palatal occlusal surfaces. The mean [SD] achieved overbite outcome (2.94mm [1.17]) was greater than the predicted (1.74mm [0.87), P<0.001). The buccolingual inclination was significantly increased for the lateral incisors and first and second molars despite a predicted decrease (P≤0.007). Achieved transverse expansion showed significant variation from the predicted. The loss of posterior occlusal contact was correlated with the buccolingual inclination (r=0.70) and transverse expansion (r=0.74) of the posterior teeth. CONCLUSIONS In mild-to-moderate Class I malocclusions, treatment using the Invisalign® appliance resulted in an overall loss of posterior contact. The loss of occlusal contact was correlated with deficiencies in achieved buccolingual inclination and transverse expansion of the posterior teeth. Planned bodily expansion was ineffective as most expansion occurred due to unplanned buccal tipping.
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D’Antò V, Valletta R, De Simone V, Pisano M, Martina S. Clear Aligners Treatment of Class III Subdivision with an Extraction of a Lower Bicuspid. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2023; 20:3550. [PMID: 36834244 PMCID: PMC9967822 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20043550] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2023] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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The aim of this study was to show a case of a Class III subdivision adult patient treated with clear aligners (CA) and the extraction of a lower bicuspid. A 19-year-old male with a class III canine and molar relationship on the right side and a deviation of lower dental midline to the left asked for an aesthetic treatment. He refused orthognathic surgical procedures, so he was offered a camouflage orthodontic treatment with the extraction of lower right first premolar to achieve a canine Class I relationship and to center the lower midline. The treatment was performed with clear aligners and the use of Class III elastics to maintain distal anchorage on the right side during the canine distalization. At the end of the treatment, the occlusal objectives were achieved.
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- Vincenzo D’Antò
- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Oral Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Oral Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences, Reproductive Sciences and Oral Sciences, University of Naples Federico II, Via Pansini 5, 80131 Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, Via Allende, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Dentistry “Scuola Medica Salernitana”, University of Salerno, Via Allende, 84081 Baronissi, Italy
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Changing clear aligners every 10 days or 14 days ? A randomised controlled trial. AUSTRALASIAN ORTHODONTIC JOURNAL 2023. [DOI: 10.2478/aoj-2023-0002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Objectives:
To compare 10-day and 14-day change regimens to achieve orthodontic tooth movement (OTM) in patients wearing clear aligners and to determine their subsequent pain perception.
Material and methods:
A total of 175 clear aligner patients were assessed for eligibility. Seventy-two patients were randomly assigned to a 10-day group (N = 36) and a 14-day group (N = 36) and were instructed to change the appliances every 10 or 14 days, respectively. OTM efficacy and OTM variation between the actual and predicted OTM digital models measured by shell-to-shell deviation, as well as pain perception determined by a visual analog scale (VAS), were assessed at T0 (baseline, before the placement of the aligners), T1 (stage 8, after completion of aligners #8), and T2 (stage 16, after completion of aligners #16).
Results:
The 10-day and 14-day groups showed similar OTM efficacy at both T1 and T2 for all types of tooth movements (p > 0.09 for all) and similar OTM shell-to-shell deviation at T1 (p = 0.06) and T2 (p = 0.22). The two groups also had similar VAS scores of pain perception throughout the study (p > 0.05 for all).
Conclusion:
The 10-day and 14-day groups showed similar tooth movement and pain perception, suggesting that the clear aligners may be changed every 10 days without a significant compromise in the clinical efficacy of OTM and patient comfort.
Trial registration:
ChiCTR, ChiCTR-IOR-15007532. Registered 17 November 2015, https://www.chictr.org.cn/showproj.aspx?proj=12500
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Ren L, Liu L, Wu Z, Shan D, Pu L, Gao Y, Tang Z, Li X, Jian F, Wang Y, Long H, Lai W. The predictability of orthodontic tooth movements through clear aligner among first-premolar extraction patients: a multivariate analysis. Prog Orthod 2022; 23:52. [PMID: 36581703 PMCID: PMC9800677 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-022-00447-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2022] [Accepted: 11/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose was to determine the predictability of tooth movements through clear aligner among premolar extraction patients and to explore the effects of various factors on tooth movements. METHODS A total of 31 extraction patients (10 males and 20 females; age 14-44) receiving clear aligner treatment (Invisalign) were enrolled in this study. The actual post-treatment models and pre-treatment models were superimposed using the palatal area as a reference and registered with virtual post-treatment models. A paired t test was used to compare the differences between actual and designed tooth movements of maxillary first molars, canines, and central incisors. A multivariate linear mixed model was performed to examine the influence of variables on actual tooth movements. RESULTS Compared to the designed tooth movements, the following undesirable tooth movements occurred: mesial movement (2.2 mm), mesial tipping (5.4°), and intrusion (0.45 mm) of first molars; distal tipping (11.0°), lingual tipping (4.4°), and distal rotation of canines (4.9°); lingual tipping (10.6°) and extrusion (1.5 mm) of incisors. Age, crowding, mini-implant, overbite, and attachments have differential effects on actual tooth movements. Moreover, vertical rectangular attachments on canines are beneficial in achieving more predictable canine and incisor tooth movements over optimized attachments. Lingual tipping and extrusion of incisors were significantly influenced by the interaction effects between incisor power ridge and different canine attachments (p < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Incisors, canines, and first molars are subject to unwanted tooth movements with clear aligners among premolar extraction patients. Age, crowding, mini-implant, overbite, and attachments influence actual tooth movements. Moreover, vertical rectangular attachments on canines are beneficial in achieving more predictable incisor tooth movements over optimized canine attachments.
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- Linghuan Ren
- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China ,grid.32566.340000 0000 8571 0482Hospital of Stomatology, Lanzhou University, Lanzhou, Gansu Province China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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- grid.13291.380000 0001 0807 1581State Key Laboratory of Oral Diseases, National Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Department of Orthodontics, West China Hospital of Stomatology, Sichuan University, Chengdu, 610041 China
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Fiori A, Minervini G, Nucci L, d'Apuzzo F, Perillo L, Grassia V. Predictability of crowding resolution in clear aligner treatment. Prog Orthod 2022; 23:43. [PMID: 36437397 PMCID: PMC9702322 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-022-00438-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND To assess the predictability of crowding resolution and the efficacy of different strategies to gain space during clear aligners treatment. METHODS A total of 10 clinicians were randomly recruited using the Doctor Locator by Align Technology (California). For each clinician, four consecutive patients treated with aligners and manual stripping were selected for a total of 40 subjects. Thus, 80 arches were collected and uploaded on the Orthoanalyzer software for arch measurements. The data were gained on the starting arch form (T0), on the virtual arch developed with digital planning (vT1), and on the arch form achieved at the end of the aligner sequences (T1). The following parameters were scored: Little's Irregularity Index, transversal arch diameters, (intercuspid, interpremolar, and intermolar width), incisor position/arch length, and enamel interproximal reduction (IPR). RESULTS For all the measurements, statistically significant differences were found at different stages. The predictability of crowding resolution was very high, ranging from 87% in the upper arch and 81% in the lower one. Among the different strategies to gain space, variations in sagittal incisor position were predictable, with a value of 70% both in the upper and lower arch. Conversely, changes in arch diameters were less reliable varying between 49 and 67% in the lower arch and 59-83% in the upper one. Moreover, IPR was the least accurate procedure, wavering at 49% in the upper arch and 42% in the lower arch. CONCLUSIONS The predictability of crowding resolution during treatment with aligners was high. However, the virtual arch forms obtained at the end of digital planning (vT1) did not correspond with the arch forms at the end of the aligner sequences (T1). The IPR was the least predictable strategy to gain space, being, perhaps, an operator-dependent procedure.
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- Adriana Fiori
- Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Via Luigi De Crecchio 6, 80138, Naples, Italy
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- Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Via Luigi De Crecchio 6, 80138, Naples, Italy
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- Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Via Luigi De Crecchio 6, 80138, Naples, Italy.
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- Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Via Luigi De Crecchio 6, 80138, Naples, Italy
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- Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Via Luigi De Crecchio 6, 80138, Naples, Italy
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- Multidisciplinary Department of Medical-Surgical and Dental Specialties, University of Campania Luigi Vanvitelli, Via Luigi De Crecchio 6, 80138, Naples, Italy
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Chen J, Wen J, Huang L, Zhang L, Han L, Li H. Comparisons of maxillary incisor retraction effects for patients with first premolar extractions between Damon Q and Invisalign®: A retrospective study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e30919. [PMID: 36221412 PMCID: PMC9542911 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000030919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Torque control of maxillary incisors is very important in maxillary protrusion patients with first premolars extraction, but the efficacy of maxillary incisor retraction of clear aligners is still controversial now. This retrospective study was aimed to compare the retraction effects between Damon Q and Invisalign® appliances in patients with first premolar extractions. 59 patients (33 cases with Damon Q and 26 cases with Invisalign®) with first premolar extraction were selected in this study. Subsequently, patients of each group were allocated into three subgroups according to the pretreatment value of U1-NA (°). The retraction effects of maxillary incisors and upper lips were accessed by the variations of cephalometric, overbite and overjet measurements. Treatment duration with Invisalign® (31.4 ± 6.4 months) was longer than Damon Q (27.7 ± 6.3 months) (P = .03). The angular measurements, U1-NA (°) and U1-SN (°) showed more lingual crown inclinations in Invisalign® group than Damon Q group (P ≤ .04). When evaluating linear measurements, the retractions of the maxillary incisors and upper lip positions showed no significant differences (P ≥ .13). Invisalign® group also showed more lingual crown retractions and labial root deviations compared to Damon Q group in subgroup Ⅲ (P ≤ .037). As regards to the molar relationship, Invisalign® displayed less Class Ⅰ molar relationship than Damon Q group. The increased overbite of anterior incisors was also showed in the Invisalign® treatment group (P ≤ .047). Invisalign® was not sufficiently effective in retracting maxillary incisors compared with Damon Q appliances. Invisalign® led to more lingual inclination movement and increased overbite.
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- Jiping Chen
- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China
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- Orthodontic Department, Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China
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- Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China
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- Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases of Zhejiang Province, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Orthodontic Department, Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China
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- Orthodontic Department, Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Nanjing, China
- *Correspondence: Huang Li, Orthodontic department, Nanjing Stomatological Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, Zhongyang Road No. 30, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China (e-mail: )
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Feng X, Jiang Y, Zhu Y, Hu L, Wang J, Qi Y, Ma S. Comparison between the designed and achieved mesiodistal angulation of maxillary canines and posterior teeth and influencing factors: First premolar extraction treatment with clear aligners. Am J Orthod Dentofacial Orthop 2022; 162:e63-e70. [PMID: 35660339 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajodo.2022.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/01/2021] [Revised: 05/01/2022] [Accepted: 05/01/2022] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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INTRODUCTION This study aimed to compare the designed and achieved mesiodistal angulation of maxillary canines and posterior teeth (MCPT) for first premolar extraction with clear aligner treatment and identify the main influencing factors for preventing MCPT tipping toward the extraction space. METHODS A total of 21 adults with first premolar extraction were recruited. The designed and achieved tooth movement of MCPT was measured by superimposing their respective pretreatment and posttreatment cone-beam computed tomography images and compared with the designed tooth movement in ClinCheck using the paired t test and scatter plot analysis. Influencing factors, including dental arch length change, canine distalization, and initial mesiodistal angulation, were analyzed using the linear mixed-effect model. RESULTS Designed distal crown tipping (second premolar, 10.73 ± 3.22°; first molar, 9.83 ± 3.60°; second molar, 7.18 ± 2.36°) significantly increased the distal inclination of the second premolar (2.50° ± 5.15°; P <0.001), first molar (1.07° ± 4.14°; P <0.001), and second (0.70° ± 3.78°; P <0.001). Furthermore, mesial tipping (8.59° ± 6.03°; P <0.001) achieved appropriate distal crown tipping of canines (-6.43° ± 5.04°; P <0.001). The implemented preliminary formulas showed that shortening of the dental arch length, the distance of canine distalization, and initial mesiodistal angulation were closely related to the antitipping design. CONCLUSIONS Designed distal crown tipping of posterior teeth and mesial crown tipping of canines might prevent unwanted crown tipping toward the extraction space during space closure. The proposed preliminary formula could guide antitipping designs in clear aligner treatment.
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- Xiaoxia Feng
- Department of Orthodontics, Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, and Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China.
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- Department of Orthodontics, Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, and Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, and Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, and Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Division of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, and University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio
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- Department of Orthodontics, Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, and Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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- Department of Orthodontics, Stomatology Hospital, School of Stomatology, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, and Zhejiang Provincial Clinical Research Center for Oral Diseases, Key Laboratory of Oral Biomedical Research of Zhejiang Province, and Cancer Center of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China
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Wang Q, Dai D, Wang J, Chen Y, Zhang C. Biomechanical analysis of effective mandibular en-masse retraction using Class II elastics with a clear aligner: a finite element study. Prog Orthod 2022; 23:23. [PMID: 35811318 PMCID: PMC9271451 DOI: 10.1186/s40510-022-00417-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background This study aimed to evaluate the displacement and stress distribution of mandibular dentition by various positions of the Class II elastics during en-masse retraction in clear aligner therapy. Methods Models including a mandibular dentition (without first premolars), periodontal ligament (PDL), mandible, as well as attachments, aligners and buttons were constructed and imported into Ansys Workbench 2019 (ANSYS, USA) to generate the three-dimensional (3D) finite element model. Six combinations were created: (1) aligner alone (control), (2)-(5) Class II elastics with buttons placed on the mesiobuccal (MB), distobuccal (DB), mesiolingual (ML) and distolingual (DL) surface of the mandibular first molar, and (6) Class II elastics with a button on the aligner corresponding to the mesiobuccal surface of the mandibular first molar (AMB). The elastic force was set to 2 N for simulations. Results The central incisors appeared lingual tipping in the six models. The lingual crown movement of the central incisors was 0.039 mm, 0.034 mm, 0.034 mm, 0.042 mm, 0.041 mm, and 0.034 mm for control model, MB model, DB model, ML model, DL model, and AMB model, respectively. The first molars showed mesial tipping in the six models. The mesial movement of the mesiobuccal cusps of the first molars was 0.045 mm, 0.060 mm, 0.063 mm, 0.048 mm, 0.051 mm, and 0.055 mm for control model, MB model, DB model, ML model, DL model, and AMB model, respectively. Conclusions Class II elastics reduced lingual tipping of anterior teeth but aggravated mesial tipping of posterior teeth. Mesiolingual elastics developed minimum mesial tipping of the posterior teeth. When Class II elastics are required, attaching elastics on the mesiolingual surface of the mandibular first molar is recommended to prevent mandibular anchorage loss.
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