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The orthodontic appliance: esthetic considerations.

H G Hershey1

  • 1Department of Orthodontics, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill 27599-8000.

Journal of the American Dental Association (1939)
|September 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary

Patients increasingly prioritize appearance, making orthodontic appliance aesthetics a major concern. This article reviews the esthetic options for modern orthodontic treatments.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Orthodontics
  • Aesthetic Medicine

Background:

  • Growing consumer emphasis on attractive dental and facial appearance.
  • Orthodontic appliance esthetics are a significant consideration for patients.
  • Need for understanding the visual impact of orthodontic treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of the esthetic features of orthodontic appliances.
  • To inform prospective patients about appearance-conscious treatment options.
  • To highlight advancements in esthetic orthodontic technology.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on orthodontic appliance esthetics.
  • Analysis of available esthetic orthodontic systems.
  • Categorization of appliances based on visual characteristics.

Main Results:

  • Identification of various esthetic orthodontic appliances (e.g., clear aligners, ceramic braces, lingual braces).
  • Comparison of esthetic properties, including material, visibility, and patient acceptance.
  • Discussion of the trade-offs between esthetics and traditional orthodontic parameters.

Conclusions:

  • A range of esthetic orthodontic solutions are available to meet patient demand.
  • Technological advancements have significantly improved the appearance of orthodontic appliances.
  • Patients can now achieve optimal dental alignment with enhanced visual appeal.

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