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Current Trends in Pediatric Orthodontics: A Comprehensive Review.
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12 citing papers in PubMed.
- Development and Validation of a Patient-Reported Outcome Questionnaire for Children Undergoing Removable Orthodontic Treatment.Dentistry journal · 2026Article
- Bibliometric analysis of research trends in early orthodontic treatment: a two-decade perspective (2000-2025).Journal of orofacial orthopedics = Fortschritte der Kieferorthopadie : Organ/official journal Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Kieferorthopadie · 2026Article
- Sex-Dependent Prevalence of Sagittal Skeletal, Dental Malocclusions in Romanian Orthodontic Patients: An Observational Study.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
- Retrospective Descriptive Case Series on the Use of AMCOPBioengineering (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Case report of severe unilateral posterior scissors bite in children treated with clear aligners.Frontiers in dental medicine · 2026Article
- Case Report: Early treatment of anterior crossbite in young patients using clear aligners.Frontiers in dental medicine · 2026Article
- Impact of Oral Habits on Malocclusion in Pediatric Dental Patients: A Dental Educational Institute-based Cross-sectional Observational Study.International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry · 2025Article
- Panoramic Assessment of Root Development in Immature Maxillary Incisors After Treatment with Prefabricated Functional Appliances.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Article
- Orthodontic Perspectives in the Interdisciplinary Management of Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea.Children (Basel, Switzerland) · 2025Review
- Early Intervention for Malocclusion: Role of Myobrace in Children Aged 6-10 Years.International journal of clinical pediatric dentistry · 2025Article
- Contemporary approaches to orthodontic treatment in complex mixed dentition cases: A comparison of clear aligners and traditional fixed appliances.Journal of dental sciences · 2025Article
- Prevalence of orthodontic malocclusion in children aged 10-12: an epidemiological study.BMC oral health · 2025Article
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Abstract
Pediatric orthodontics is a critical field focusing on the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities in children. This comprehensive review explores current trends and methodologies in pediatric orthodontics and discusses the multifactorial etiology of malocclusions, including genetic, environmental, and disease-related factors. The importance of proper diagnosis is highlighted, and the extraoral, intraoral, and functional evaluations essential for effective treatment planning are detailed. Various orthodontic conditions such as Class III and Class II malocclusions, abnormal oral habits, arch length discrepancies, anterior and posterior crossbites, open bites, and deep bites are examined in depth. The review also addresses the role of temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs) and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in pediatric patients, emphasizing the need for early and accurate diagnosis to facilitate appropriate intervention. The use of clear aligners in early orthodontic intervention is evaluated given their efficacy and improved patient satisfaction compared to traditional appliances. Additionally, the article discusses the non-advisability of early interception for certain self-correcting malocclusions and the limitations of pediatric orthodontic treatment, including compliance-related issues and the unique anatomical considerations of deciduous dentition. This review aims to provide a detailed understanding of contemporary practices and challenges in pediatric orthodontics, offering insights for clinicians to enhance treatment outcomes and patient care.
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