ArticleJournal of orthodontic science2025
Three-dimensional evaluation of the predictability of clear aligners in the treatment of maxillary transverse and anteroposterior tooth movements using cone beam computed tomography: A preliminary retrospective study.
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- Predicting transversal dental arch expansion outcomes with Invisalign aligners in permanent dentition: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Progress in orthodontics · 2026Pooled it
- Clear aligner therapy: a scoping review of treatment prediction, clinical effectiveness, and limitations.Frontiers in dental medicine · 2026Review
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Abstract
objectiveTo evaluate the predictability of clear aligner treatment in correcting maxillary transverse and anteroposterior movements using cone beam computed tomography (CBCT).
methodsThirty orthodontic patients who underwent orthodontic treatment using clear aligners were enrolled. Predicted tooth movements were obtained using digital orthodontic treatment planning software for clear aligners, while actual tooth movements were calculated by measuring the difference between pre- and post-treatment tooth positions using CBCT. Statistical analyses were done using the paired sample
resultsThere were significant mean differences in the transverse dimension between the actual and predicted movements at the crown level for the first molars and first premolars and root level, 1.88 mm (±1.6), 0.64 mm (±1.7), 5.50 mm (±3.1), and 3.10 mm (±3.1), respectively (
conclusionOrthodontic tooth movement using clear aligners showed that transverse movements at the canines are more predictable than at premolars and molars. Retroclination is more predictable than proclination; however, retrusive movements are less predictable than protrusive movements.
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