3D or conventional brackets? The New vs. the Old!

We all know that orthodontics is undergoing a digital revolution with the advent of three-dimensional diagnostic tools, virtual planning, intraoral appliance design using CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing) software, indirect bracket bonding, aligner manufacturing, and...

Autores: Marcio Almeida,

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Interview with Wendel Shibasaki

Orthodontics allows us to take different paths to the same goal, which makes it exciting. At the beginning of my journey, I had the pleasant surprise of meeting Professor Dr. Wendel Shibasaki, a colleague from my specialization course, partner in educational projects, personal friend and...

Autores: Jonas Capelli Júnior, Helder Baldi Jacob, Wendel Minoro Muniz Shibasaki, Marlos LOIOLA,

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Innovative aesthetic management of adult Class III malocclusion, using Carriere Motion 3D Clear and Invisalign: case report

INTRODUCTION: Treating Class III malocclusions is challenging, often requiring a combination of orthognathic surgery and orthodontics. However, some patients opt for compensatory orthodontic treatment instead. OBJECTIVE: This case report describes the compensatory treatment of a Class III...

Autores: Fabrício Pinelli Valarelli, Eduardo Prado, Karina Maria Salvatore Freitas, Paula Cotrin,

Keywords: orthodontics, Clear aligners, Class III malocclusion,

Toe-in bend as an alternative way to correct Class II molar relationship

INTRODUCTION: The mesiopalatal maxillary first molar rotation shows variable degrees, related to the severity the Angle Class II malocclusion, which is the most frequent malocclusion observed in clinical orthodontics. Therefore, by rotating those teeth in the opposite direction (distopalatal)...

Autores: Júlio Vargas Neto, Fernando Cesar Campos MACHADO,

Keywords: Malocclusion, Tooth Movement Techniques, Orthodontic wires, Angle Class II,

Mesialization of molars with mini-implants as an alternative approach for treating missing mandibular second premolars: case report

INTRODUCTION: Orthodontic treatment for patients with congenital agenesis of the mandibular second premolars involves maintaining or closing the spaces. The treatment of choice depends on the patient’s age, the type of malocclusion, and the periodontal and radicular conditions of the remaining...

Autores: Fabrício Pinelli Valarelli, Karina Maria Salvatore de FREITAS, Gabriela de Domênico Alcaraz Ros, Beatriz Quevedo,

Keywords: Anodontia, Orthodontic space closure, Bone screws,

Clear aligners and their environmental footprint: current insights, knowledge gaps and misconceptions

INTRODUCTION: Clear aligner therapy (CAT) has emerged as a highly preferred treatment modality for both pediatric and adult patients in recent years. While it offers a more aesthetically appealing alternative for patients, it also significantly contributes to environmental challenges through the...

Autores: Samar M. Adel, Nikhilesh R. Vaiid, Roohi SOBTI,

Keywords: Sustainability, Aligners, Plastic, Waste disposal, 3D printed,

Orthodontic treatment with aligners in a patient with severe periodontal impairment caused by a hygienic 3x3 bar retainer: case report

OBJECTIVE: To report the clinical case of a patient with excessive inclination of the mandibular incisors (IMPA = 136°) and tooth mobility. CASE REPORT: The patient had used orthodontic appliances in the past and was wearing a 3x3 hygienic retention bar, which could have caused excessive...

Autores: Márcio Miranda ABDALA,

Keywords: invisalign, Malocclusion, Root resorption, Aligners, Fixed retainers, Bone loss,

The tooth does not move: a checklist to explain

Introduction: If a tooth does not move orthodontically, we must look for the reasons for this. To ensure that this verification is standardized, we tried to establish a checklist. Methodology: All possible causes were retrieved from the literature using textbooks and published articles. Results:...

Autores: Alberto Consolaro, Mauricio de Almeida Cardoso, Ingrid A. O. Consolaro,

Keywords: Alveolodental ankylosis, Orthodontic movement, Replacement resorption,

Clinical 2025 v24n01

Braquetes 3D ou convencionais? O Novo X o Velho!

Entrevista com Wendel Shibasaki

Manejo estético inovador da má oclusão de Classe III em adultos, usando Carriere Motion 3D Clear e Invisalign: relato de caso

Dobra toe-in como alternativa para correção da relação de molares em Classe II

Mesialização de molares com mini-implantes como abordagem alternativa para o tratamento de segundos pré-molares inferiores ausentes: relato de caso

Alinhadores transparentes e sua pegada ambiental: insights atuais, lacunas de conhecimento e equívocos

Tratamento ortodôntico com alinhadores em paciente com comprometimento periodontal severo causado por contenção tipo barra 3x3 higiênica: relato de caso

O dente não se movimenta: uma checklist para explicar