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UNLABELLED: In this, the third part of the series, aesthetic orthodontic treatment will be considered. The previous two articles have looked at invisible orthodontics with Invisalign and lingual brackets. This article will discuss the properties and use of aesthetic brackets, along with examples of orthodontic treatment cases using the aesthetic brackets. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Increasing demand for aesthetics during orthodontic treatment has resulted in a significant increase in the use of aesthetic brackets. Clinicians need to be aware of the benefits and drawbacks of aesthetic brackets.
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Esthetics, Dental , Orthodontic Brackets , Adult , Dental Bonding , Dental Debonding , Female , Humans , Young AdultABSTRACT
UNLABELLED: The aim of this second article of the three part series is to sum up the current developments in lingual orthodontics. This article attempts to review the development, advantages and disadvantages, bonding techniques, bracket mechanics, patient factors and types of lingual appliance systems available. In addition, the article shows examples of treated cases with lingual appliances. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Lingual appliances are a useful addition to the armamentarium of invisible orthodontic appliances, with significant developments over the last few years. Clinicians need to be aware of the advances and predictable results achievable with lingual appliances.
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Orthodontic Appliance Design , Tooth Movement Techniques/instrumentation , Biomechanical Phenomena , Dental Bonding , Female , Humans , Malocclusion, Angle Class II/therapy , Malocclusion, Angle Class III/therapy , Orthodontic Brackets , Orthodontic Wires , Pain/etiology , Speech/physiology , Tongue/physiopathology , Tooth Movement Techniques/methods , Young AdultABSTRACT
UNLABELLED: This paper discusses the invisible orthodontic treatment modalities of Invisalign aligners, lingual appliances and aesthetic brackets. The first part of this three-part series will discuss Invisalign aligner treatment. The second part will discuss lingual appliance treatment and the third part will focus on aesthetic brackets. The benefits and drawbacks of Invisalign treatment are considered in detail, including examples of treated cases and a review of the literature to date. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Patients are increasingly requesting more aesthetic forms of orthodontic treatment. Clinicians need to be aware of the indications and limitations of such invisible therapies so that they can fully inform their patients.
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Orthodontic Appliance Design , Orthodontic Appliances, Removable , Tooth Movement Techniques/instrumentation , Adult , Esthetics, Dental , Female , Humans , Male , Malocclusion/therapy , Malocclusion, Angle Class II/therapy , Malocclusion, Angle Class III/therapy , Open Bite/therapy , Overbite/therapy , Patient Care Planning , Surface Properties , Treatment Outcome , Young AdultABSTRACT
BACKGROUND: Idiopathic apical root resorption usually presents as a chance radiographic finding. It may be widespread, affecting the majority of teeth, with implications for the longevity of the dentition. CASE REPORT: Three cases of significant idiopathic apical resorption resulting, respectively, in prevention, abandonment, and alternative methods of orthodontic treatment are described. CONCLUSION: Significant idiopathic resorption may present as a chance radiographic finding, as pain, or excessive mobility. The prognosis for affected teeth is often poor with very limited scope for orthodontic movement due to the likelihood of uncontrolled resorption. Definitive prosthetic rehabilitation is often best deferred until adulthood due to the potential for further resorption during adolescence in addition to vertical growth considerations.
