Korean J Orthod.  2016 May;46(3):180-185. 10.4041/kjod.2016.46.3.180.

Do customized orthodontic appliances and vibration devices provide more efficient treatment than conventional methods?

• Aldrees AM

• KMID: 2164262
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.4041/kjod.2016.46.3.180

Abstract

The incorporation of technological advances in the field of clinical orthodontics to increase treatment efficiency has led to the development of customized appliances (Insignia®), archwires (Suresmile®), and the production of devices to enhance tooth movement (Acceledent®). This review presents a comprehensive study of the literature concerning these products, and analyzes the available evidence of their efficiency. To date, one pilot study has evaluated the efficiency of the Insignia® system, three retrospective studies have assessed the efficiency of the Suresmile® system, and a few Acceledent® reports have described its effect on treatment time. Critical appraisal of the reviewed papers revealed that the efficiency of the Insignia® system cannot be confirmed based on the available evidence, while the use of Suresmile® can reduce overall treatment time in simple cases. The acceleration of tooth movement by Acceledent® devices has not yet been confirmed.

Keyword

Technological advances; Treatment efficiency

MeSH Terms

Acceleration
Methods*
Orthodontic Appliances*
Orthodontics
Pilot Projects
Retrospective Studies
Tooth Movement
Vibration*

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  Figure 1 The orthodontic appliances reviewed. A, An image derived from the Insignia® system software (Ormco Corporation, Orange, CA, USA). B, An image derived from the Suresmile® software (OraMetrix, Inc., Richardson, TX, USA). C, The Acceledent® Aura device (OrthoAccel Technologies, Inc., Bellaire, TX, USA).

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