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Orthodontics Materials and Technologies
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Orthodontics Materials and Technologies

A special issue of Journal of Functional Biomaterials (ISSN 2079-4983). This special issue belongs to the section "Dental Biomaterials".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 March 2025 | Viewed by 5485

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Francisco Vale

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Institute of Orthodontics, Laboratory of Evidence-Based Science and Precision Dentistry, Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, 3000-075 Coimbra, Portugal
Interests: orthognathic surgery; cleft lip and palate; orthodontics; virtual planning; distraction osteogenesis
Dr. Inês Francisco

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Institute of Orthodontics, Laboratory of Evidence-Based Science and Precision Dentistry, Institute for Clinical and Biomedical Research (iCBR), Area of Environment Genetics and Oncobiology (CIMAGO), Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, 3000-075 Coimbra, Portugal
Interests: orthodontics; orthognathic surgery; SAOS; cleft palate; regenerative strategies; biomaterials; research in medicine based on clinical practice evidence (systematic reviews and meta-analysis, and patient reported outcomes)
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Prof. Dr. Bruno Macedo Sousa

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Institute for Occlusion and Orofacial Pain, Faculty of Medicine, University of Coimbra, Polo I-Edificio Central Rua Larga, 3004-504 Coimbra, Portugal
Interests: pain; orofacial pain; temporomandibular disorders; masticatory muscles; temporomandibular joint
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Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Three-dimensional technologies have been widely used in different areas of dentistry, including orthodontics. In both orthodontics and maxillofacial surgery, the implementation of this technology has gradually changed the way clinicians carry out their diagnoses, treatment plans, case management, and outcome assessments. In addition, over the past few decades, there has been incredible progress in relation to orthodontic materials, namely, technopolymers, aligners, mini-implants, brackets, wires, and 3D impressions.

The aim of this Special Issue is to provide the latest information on orthodontic materials and technologies. The Topics in this Special Issue include (but are not limited to): 3D cephalometry; software for cephalometric superimposition; automated cephalometry landmark detection by AI; 3D segmentation and airway measurement method using CBCT; 3D imaging for indirect-direct bonding of dental appliances; new technologies in dental aligners; tridimensional planning and 3D printing of surgical guides for mini-implant placement; corticotomy technique using CAD/CAM printed surgical guides; 3D bone segmentation and 3D orthognathic surgery planning; retainer fabrication techniques using CAD-CAM technology; photo-realistic visualisation for orthognathic surgery; CAD/CAM technology for intraoral appliance fabrication; telemedicine; 3D printing materials; robotic archwires; and new bracket systems.

High-quality research papers, clinical studies, review articles, and case reports are all welcome.

We invite you to submit your valuable contributions to this Special Issue.

Prof. Dr. Francisco Vale
Dr. Inês Francisco
Prof. Dr. Bruno Macedo Sousa
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • orthodontics
  • orthognathic surgery
  • orthodontic brackets
  • orthodontic appliances
  • orthodontic wires
  • imaging
  • three-dimensional
  • virtual plaster models
  • virtual planning
  • printing
  • three-dimensional

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The Mechanical and Clinical Properties of Customized Orthodontic Bracket Systems—A Comprehensive Review
by Issa Elabed, Zhong Zheng, Yu Zhang, Chun-Hsi Chung and Chenshuang Li
J. Funct. Biomater. 2024, 15(10), 299; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb15100299 - 7 Oct 2024
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The rise of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) and 3D printing technologies in orthodontics has revolutionized the development of customized labial and lingual bracket systems with a variety of materials, which offer potential advantages over traditional orthodontic brackets. To highlight the current [...] Read more.
The rise of computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) and 3D printing technologies in orthodontics has revolutionized the development of customized labial and lingual bracket systems with a variety of materials, which offer potential advantages over traditional orthodontic brackets. To highlight the current state of knowledge regarding the mechanical and clinical properties of CAD/CAM and 3D-printed custom bracket systems, we conducted a comprehensive search across the PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Web of Science, and Scopus databases to identify relevant articles published before April 2024. Mechanical (including fracture toughness, hardness, modulus of elasticity, frictional resistance, slot accuracy, torque transmission, and shear bond strength) and clinical (including treatment efficiency and duration, cost, and comfort) properties were compared between traditional and customized orthodontic bracket systems in the current review. Our findings suggest that customized brackets have the potential to increase bracket slot precision, reduce treatment time, and offer cost-efficiency. However, it is worth noting that the advantages and disadvantages of customized bracket systems vary depending on the bracket material and the manufacturing methods, warranting comprehensively controlled investigations in the future. Full article
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Surface Treatment of Dental Mini-Sized Implants and Screws: A Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis
by Ana Luísa Figueiredo, Raquel Travassos, Catarina Nunes, Madalena Prata Ribeiro, Mariana Santos, Flavia Iaculli, Anabela Baptista Paula, Carlos Miguel Marto, Francisco Caramelo, Inês Francisco and Francisco Vale
J. Funct. Biomater. 2024, 15(3), 68; https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb15030068 - 10 Mar 2024
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Miniscrews are devices that allow for absolute skeletal anchorage. However, their use has a higher failure rate (10–30%) than dental implants (10%). To overcome these flaws, chemical and/or mechanical treatment of the surface of miniscrews has been suggested. There is no consensus in [...] Read more.
Miniscrews are devices that allow for absolute skeletal anchorage. However, their use has a higher failure rate (10–30%) than dental implants (10%). To overcome these flaws, chemical and/or mechanical treatment of the surface of miniscrews has been suggested. There is no consensus in the current literature about which of these methods is the gold standard; thus, our objective was to carry out a systematic review and meta-analysis of the literature on surface treatments of miniscrews. The review protocol was registered (PROSPERO CRD42023408011) and is in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. A bibliographic search was carried out on PubMed via MEDLINE, Cochrane Library, Embase and Web of Science. The initial search of the databases yielded 1684 results, with 98 studies included in the review, with one article originating from the search in the bibliographic references of the included studies. The results of this systematic review show that the protocols of miniscrew surface treatments, such as acid-etching; sandblasting, large-grit and acid-etching; photofunctionalization with ultraviolet light; and photobiomodulation, can increase stability and the success of orthodontic treatment. The meta-analysis revealed that the treatment with the highest removal torque is SLA, followed by acid-etching. On the other hand, techniques such as oxidative anodization, anodization with pre-calcification and heat treatment, as well as deposition of chemical compounds, require further investigation to confirm their effectiveness. Full article
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