Aligner systems in invisible orthodontics : basic concepts and clinical management / Stefan Abela.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Abela, Stefan.

Contributor:

ProQuest ebook central

Rosengarten Family Fund.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Orthodontic appliances.

Orthodontics, Corrective.

Orthodontic Appliances.

Medical Subjects:

Orthodontic Appliances.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (xxiv, 193 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color).

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing AG, 2024.

Contents:

Intro

Preface

Acknowledgements

Introduction

Contents

About the Author

Abbreviations

Part I: Basic Concepts and Materials

1: General Aligner Concepts

1.1 Introduction

1.2 Developmental Stages of Invisalign®

1.3 G8

1.3.1 Deep Bite Management with the Eighth Generation

1.3.2 CrossBite Management with the Eighth Generation

1.4 ClinCheck® Pro 6.0

1.4.1 ClinCheck® Pro 6.0 3D Features

1.5 Space Closure Using Aligners

1.6 Mode of Action of Aligners

1.6.1 Displacement-Driven System

1.6.2 Force-Driven System

References

2: Types of Aligner Systems Available

2.1 Introduction

2.2 Clear Aligners Available

2.2.1 Aligners Manufactured by a Certified Company Involving a Doctor-to-Patient Interface

2.2.2 Direct-to-Consumer Aligners Distributed Directly to the Patient

2.2.3 In-House Manufacturing by the Treatment Provider

2.2.3.1 Pre-printing Process

2.2.3.2 Post-printing Process

2.2.3.3 Types of Printing Processes

References

3: Aligner Treatment Process

3.1 Introduction

3.2 The Treatment Journey

3.2.1 New Patient Consultation and Evaluation

3.2.2 Processes Involved for Obtaining and Uploading the Records

3.2.2.1 Dental Impressions

3.2.2.2 Digital Dental Scanning

3.2.2.3 Dental Photographs

3.2.2.4 Dental X-Rays

3.2.3 Invisalign Product Range

3.2.3.1 Invisalign Protocol for Placement Hierarchy

3.2.4 Submission of a New Treatment Prescription

3.2.5 Creation of 3D ClinCheck® Simulation

3.2.6 ClinCheck® Approval by the Clinician

3.2.7 Tray Fabrication and Shipping

3.2.8 Starting the Treatment

3.2.9 Monitoring the Progress of Treatment

3.2.9.1 Clinical Management of Lost Attachments

3.2.9.2 Clinical Management of Tracking Issues

3.2.10 Finalisation of Treatment

3.2.11 The Retention Phase

4: Biomechanics with Aligner Treatment

4.1 Introduction

4.2 SmartForce®

4.2.1 Definition

4.2.2 Features

4.2.2.1 Buccal Power Ridges (BPRs)

4.2.2.2 Optimised Rotation Attachments

4.2.2.3 Optimised Extrusion Attachments

4.2.2.4 Optimised Multi-Plane Attachment

4.2.2.5 Optimised Root Control Attachment

4.2.2.6 Precision Bite Ramps (PBRs)

4.2.2.7 Pressure Points

4.2.2.8 Optimised Deep Bite Attachment

4.2.2.9 Optimised Support Attachment

4.2.2.10 Multi-Tooth Unit Optimised Retraction Attachment

4.2.2.11 Multi-Tooth Unit Optimised Maximum or Moderate Anchorage Attachment

4.2.2.12 Optimised Anchorage Attachment

4.2.2.13 Optimised Expansion Support Attachment

4.2.3 Prioritisation of Attachment Placement

4.2.4 Summary of SmartForce® Attachment Placement Protocol

4.3 Customising the Biomechanics

4.4 Factors Affecting the Biomechanics

4.5 Finishing and Detailing with Aligner Treatment

4.5.1 Overcorrectors

4.5.2 Overcorrection

4.5.3 Virtual C-Chain

Notes:

Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI Available via World Wide Web.

Local Notes:

Acquired for the Penn Libraries with assistance from the Rosengarten Family Fund.

Other Format:

Print version: Abela, Stefan Aligner Systems in Invisible Orthodontics

ISBN:

9783031492044

3031492048

Publisher Number:

99996542614

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.