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Attachment Wear in Different Clear Aligner Therapy: A Comparative Study
Kanuru Ravi Krishna1, Kumar Adarsh2, N Mothi Krishna3
1Department of Orthodontist, Drs. Sudha and Nageswara Rao Siddhartha Institute of Dental Sciences, Dental School, Gannavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India.
Background:
Because of its ease and visual attractiveness, clear aligner therapy has grown in popularity as an orthodontic treatment option. On the other hand, the results of therapy may be impacted by attachment wear. Comparing attachment wear in three distinct clear aligner systems-System A, System B, and System C-was the goal of this investigation.
Methods:
The research comprised 60 individuals receiving clear aligners as part of their orthodontic treatment. Depending on whatever clear aligner system was being utilised, the patients were split into three groups. Attachment wear was evaluated using a standardised scoring method regularly. The various systems' attachment wear was compared using statistical analysis.
Results:
Compared to Systems B and C, System A showed less attachment wear. There were notable variations in attachment wear ratings between the systems. System C's attachments had the most wear, whereas System A's attachments had the least.
Conclusion:
Different clear aligner systems showed varying degrees of attachment wear, with System A exhibiting the least amount of wear. To maximise treatment procedures and guarantee treatment efficacy and longevity in clear aligner therapy, it is vital to comprehend attachment wear patterns.
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