Restoratively guided orthodontic treatment: The pre-orthodontic bonding concept

Area of Science:

• Dentistry
• Orthodontics
• Restorative Dentistry

Background:

• Effective communication between orthodontists and restorative dentists is challenging.
• Referral notes alone are insufficient for achieving desired orthodontic goals.
• Anatomically incorrect teeth complicate orthodontic tooth movement.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a technique for pre-restorative orthodontic treatment.
• To improve the accuracy and efficiency of orthodontic treatment when teeth have developmental malformations or wear.
• To enhance collaboration between restorative and orthodontic dental professionals.

Main Methods:

• Restorative dentists create ideal tooth anatomy before or during orthodontic treatment.
• Utilizing pre-orthodontic or intermediate orthodontic bonding to correct tooth anatomy.
• Establishing ideal tooth anatomy to guide orthodontic tooth movement.

Main Results:

• Orthodontists benefit from ideal tooth anatomy for finalizing tooth positions.
• Improved accuracy and efficiency in orthodontic treatment planning and execution.
• Restorative dentists can create ideal final restorations, both functionally and esthetically.

Conclusions:

• The presented technique facilitates more accurate and efficient pre-restorative orthodontic treatment.
• Ideal tooth anatomy created by restorative dentists aids orthodontists in achieving treatment goals.
• This collaborative approach leads to superior functional and esthetic results in dental restorations.