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Lingual orthodontics (part 1): laboratory procedure
1Department of Orthodontics, University of Münster, Germany. top@lingualtechnik.de
Summary
Optimal bracket positioning is crucial for successful lingual orthodontic treatment. The Transfer Optimized Positioning System (TOP) offers a precise laboratory method for indirect bracket placement, enhancing treatment efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Area of Science:
- Orthodontics
- Dental Technology
Background:
- Optimal bracket positioning is essential for successful lingual orthodontic treatment.
- Current indirect bonding methods present challenges in achieving precise 3D bracket placement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce and evaluate the Transfer Optimized Positioning System (TOP) for indirect bracket positioning in lingual orthodontics.
- To assess the reliability and accuracy of the TOP System in laboratory and clinical settings.
Main Methods:
- Development of a modified positioning device (TARG Professional) integrated into the TOP System.
- Utilizing a target set-up technique for individualized 3D bracket positioning on a malocclusion model.
- Comparison with existing indirect bonding systems like CLASS and BEST.
Main Results:
- The TOP System demonstrates high precision in laboratory and clinical environments.
- It significantly reduces or eliminates the need for second and third-order corrective archwire bends during finishing.
- Enables the use of nearly flat archwires for malocclusion correction with lingual braces.
Conclusions:
- The TOP System enhances the cost-effectiveness and success rate of lingual orthodontic therapy.
- Precise indirect bracket positioning via the TOP System simplifies the finishing stage of lingual treatment.
- This innovative approach contributes to improved outcomes in lingual orthodontics.