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1Universidade Federal do Paraná, Programa de Pós-graduação em Ortodontia (Curitiba/PR, Brazil).
Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics
|January 24, 2019
Summary
Orthodontic treatment time is influenced by malocclusion type, patient compliance, and orthodontist factors. Appliances and methods to speed tooth movement show limited effectiveness in shortening overall treatment duration.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Orthodontic treatment duration lacks consensus in the literature.
- Key factors influencing treatment time remain incompletely understood.
Observation:
- This review synthesizes evidence to guide clinical decisions on orthodontic treatment time.
- It explores strategies for controlling and reducing treatment duration.
Findings:
- Treatment time is significantly affected by malocclusion type and chosen treatment approach.
- Orthodontist expertise, patient characteristics, and adherence are critical determinants.
- Current evidence suggests limited efficacy of specialized appliances and methods for accelerating tooth movement.
Implications:
- Clinical decisions should prioritize factors like patient compliance and malocclusion complexity.
- Further research is needed to validate methods for accelerating orthodontic tooth movement.
- Understanding these factors can help manage patient expectations regarding treatment length.
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