Adapting Clear Aligner Therapy to Interceptive Treatment for Early Mixed Dentition-A Review Article

Abstract

Early intervention in orthodontics during the mixed dentition phase is crucial for intercepting developing malocclusions and optimizing treatment outcomes. This abstract explores the adaptation of clear aligner therapy for interceptive treatment in early mixed dentition, addressing the unique challenges and opportunities presented by this developmental stage.The early mixed dentition period, characterized by the presence of primary and permanent teeth, poses specific challenges for orthodontic treatment. Clear aligner therapy, traditionally designed for permanent dentition, requires tailored adjustments to accommodate the dynamic changes in tooth eruption, growth, and occlusal development during this phase.Key considerations in adapting clear aligner therapy to early mixed dentition includes eruption guidance algorithms,Age-Appropriate Compliance Strategies and skeletal Growth Prediction.