“A Century of Orthodontic Progress” – Innovations in Orthodontics

Abstract

Innovation is the roadmap towards improvement .Creation, implementation and execution of new ideas, methods and technology aiming at efficiency and improvement is known as innovation. Innovation is the roadmap towards improvement. The speciality of orthodontics has obtained new dimensions due to innovations such as holistic orthodontic approach, Laser assisted orthodontics, digitization in diagnosis and treatment planning, nanotechnology, genetically driven orthodontic treatment plans with gene therapy, interactive self ligating bracket and flash free adhesive coated appliance system, robotic wire bending, 3D bioprinted scaffolds to treat osseous defects of the craniofacial complex, forensic orthodontics, mobile apps in orthodontics and dentoalveolar distraction modalities. These innovations have lead to an accurate treatment with reduced clinician efforts, enhanced treatment precision and better patient compliance. The future of orthodontic speciality with these adjunts is bright and progressive. With reduced clinician’s efforts and improved patient’s compliance these advancement are certainly a boon to our orthodontic speciality

The Efficacy and Modes of Accelerating Orthodontic Tooth Movement

“…One of the key advantages of smart archwires is their potential to reduce the need for frequent adjustments during orthodontic treatment. Their adaptive nature allows for continuous, gentle forces on the teeth, which may contribute to a more consistent and controlled tooth movement process (42). Additionally, the use of smart materials in archwires may result in http://dx.doi.org/10.52533/JOHS.2023.31226 improved patient comfort and reduced treatment times (41).…”