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Efficiency of Clear Aligners in Growing Patients: A Narrative Review

Mokshika Sharma, Seema Thakur, Parul Singhal

Keywords : Clear aligners, Children, Growing patients, Mixed dentition aligners

Citation Information : Sharma M, Thakur S, Singhal P. Efficiency of Clear Aligners in Growing Patients: A Narrative Review. J Dent bio allied Health Sci 2024; 1 (2):49-52.

DOI: 10.5005/jdbahs-11017-0012

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 20-12-2024

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2024; The Author(s).


Abstract

Orthodontic aligners have revolutionized the field of orthodontics, providing an esthetically pleasing and comfortable solution for the treatment of malocclusions. In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the use of aligners in growing patients, including those with mixed and primary dentition. This review aims to assess how well orthodontic clear aligners work for young patients and offer insights into their usage. Clear aligners are currently being utilized to address dental malocclusions in growing patients, including crossbites, facilitating skeletal modifications, such as arch expansion, and managing skeletal issues like class II malocclusion.

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