Comparison of the accuracy of three interproximal reduction methods used in clear aligner treatment.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

To comparatively assess 3 interproximal reduction (IPR) methods used in clear aligner treatment with regard to accuracy, and patient perception of discomfort and anxiety.

Materials and methods

A total of 42 patients, treated with the Invisalign® system, were included in this prospective trial and received one of the following IPR methods: hand-operated abrasive strips (group 1; 14 patients, 150 teeth), motor-driven 3/4 oscillating segmental discs (group 2; 14 patients, 134 teeth), or motor-driven abrasive strips (group 3; 14 patients, 133 teeth). Accuracy was evaluated using the difference between planned and executed IPR. Anxiety and discomfort levels experienced by the patients were evaluated using a questionnaire of 17 questions.

Results

The accuracy of

SUBMITTER: Gulec-Ergun P 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10788318 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature