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Orthodontic Aligners: Current Perspectives for the Modern Orthodontic Office ( summary )

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     if you are intersted in this article please follow for more readings https://myorthodonticsblogg.blogspot.com/ In this Article many questions have been answered .. 1- What are the advantages of using orthodontic aligners over traditional braces? 2-How do orthodontic offices incorporate aligners into their treatment plans? 3- what is shape-memory sheet (ClearX)? 4-Are there any limitations or drawbacks to using aligners for orthodontic treatment? Orthodontic aligners have several advantages over traditional braces, including: 1. Aesthetics: Aligners are virtually invisible, making them a popular choice for adults and teenagers who are self-conscious about their appearance. Unlike traditional braces, which use metal brackets and wires, aligners are made of clear plastic and are custom-fitted to the patient's teeth. 2. Comfort: Aligners are made of smooth, comfortable plastic that does not irritate the gums or cheeks. Unlike traditional braces, which can cause discomfort an

The Concept of the Straight Wire Appliance in Orthodontics

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  if you are intersted in this article please follow for more readings https://myorthodonticsblogg.blogspot.com/        👈🏻 The occlusion research (study of the non-orthodontic normals) had been launched to get a better understanding of occlusion and how it was related to the buccolabial surfaces of the crowns. There was no intention originally to produce a new appliance, but the need for one became evident.       The arising concept was to Pre-program suitable treatment into the appliance and therefore the SWA was developed. The built-in features of the SWA guide the teeth along direct vector lines, eliminating jiggling, round-tripping and other excessive movements. Andrews’s philosophy of treatment     A bracket type for each tooth type:       Since within any dentition, teeth differ from each other, therefore, each tooth would require its own bracket.    Measurements of the non-orthodontic normal models had provided data about the angular positions of crowns in excell

Non radiographic methods for skeletal age assessment

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  if you are intersted in this article please follow for more readings https://myorthodonticsblogg.blogspot.com/        👈🏻 Introduction Every individual matures according to his or her own biological clock. Different authors had reported different methods in an attempt to determine the best indicator of maturity. These include height weight; chronological age sexual maturation , Frontal sinus, biological age or physiological age; Hand-wrist maturity Cervical vertebrae dental eruption; dental calcification stages, and recently biomarkers. Requirement of an ideal maturity indicator Should be safe and non invasive Require minimum radiation Should be accurate Stage of maturity should be well defined Easily identifiable Cost effective Require minimum armanterium Simple to conduct Valid overtime and across age group 1-Biological age or physiological age The physiological age of a person is determined by the degree of maturation of the different tissue systems. Physiological age can be

Role Of Different Radiographic Techniques In Orthodontics

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                                                       if you are intersted in this article please follow for more readings https://myorthodonticsblogg.blogspot.com/        👈🏻 Contents : 1-     Introduction                                                                                                2-     SELECTION CRITERIA FOR THE USE OF RADIOGRAPHS IN     ORTHODONTIC 3-     Classification of orthodontic radiograph ·         Intra-oral radiograph a)    Periapical radiographs (I.O.P.A) b)    Bitewing radiographs c)     Occlusal radiographs.   ·         Extra-oral radiograph a)    Panoramic b)    Lateral Cephalometric c)    Hand Wrist radiograph   4-     Another classification : ·         2D Radiographs   ·         3D Radiographs   5-     Reference  ................................................. 1-     Introduction    Wilhelm conrad roentgen discovered X-rays in 1895, Radiographs are essential in orthodontic diagnosis, Two kinds

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