I remember when I was immersed in the world of aligners. In those first trainings, we were shown the strengths and weaknesses of invisible orthodontics. For example, a case with an open bite could be easier to solve with aligners than with brackets, thanks to the intrusion produced by the brackets.
Continuing with extraction treatments, in today's blog we will explain other variables beyond the aligners themselves that can influence the predictability of planned movements. We know that mass movement is not possible, that controlling the torque of the anterior teeth during their retrusion is not easy either... but, [...]
Extraction cases with aligners are considered some of the most complex to treat with aligners due to the properties of the plastic. When we treat an extraction case with brackets, we have the possibility to choose the stiffness and thickness of the archwire to achieve greater control of the mass movement of the teeth [...].
Who hasn't had to scan a patient for a misalignment of a rotated canine? Rotation of round/conical teeth is a movement that can be complex to perform with aligners. The poorly retentive anatomy of the teeth means that the application of forces by the aligners is not as effective as it should be [...]
Class II malocclusion is one of the most common malocclusions among orthodontic patients. Within Class II, we have two subtypes, division 1 and division 2. Each of them has a series of associated dental and facial characteristics that must be taken into account when designing our orthodontic plan.
One of the great debates in orthodontics that has existed practically since its emergence is whether or not extractions are necessary. If we look back, it is interesting to see how this issue has fluctuated over time, creating orthodontic trends or "currents" that defend the need for extractions or, on the contrary, the necessity of extractions.
Can we conceive today's society without the existence of plastic? We live in the age of plastic. As I write this article, on the train, I look around me and see only objects made of plastic: the seats and the walls of the train, my mobile phone case (lie, those who know me know I don't have one), the [...]
We all remember our postgraduate years when we had to measure the size of each tooth on plaster models with a caliper in order to calculate the Bolton discrepancy. A tedious job like no other, in which we spent hours and hours. Fortunately, technology has made this job much easier. [...]
When we try to correct the torque or inclination of the incisors, it is common to see how what was planned in the programme does not coincide with the clinical reality. How many of us have seen how the aligners were misaligned when trying to correct the negative torque of the anterior teeth? With power ridges, with vestibular attachments, with palatal attachments... Different [...]
Open bites are traditionally one of the most feared malocclusions by orthodontists. The difficulty in controlling the vertical plane, coupled with the risk of relapse that these patients present, makes the treatment of this malocclusion a real challenge. Many patients with an open bite have a number of features or [...]
