Clear aligners helps in expansion of arches but first let understand what is expansion and how it helps in aligner treatment? What is expansion? Expansion or arch expansion is the method of gaining space. Why is expansion done? Expansion is done when the dental arch is narrow which causes misalignment in teeth such as crossbite. […]
What is intrusion? It is a movement in the field of orthodontics where the tooth is moved partially into the bone. In which cases is it done? This is done for the correction of anterior deep bite or in some cases intrusion of the over-erupted posterior teeth with no opposing How is it divided? It […]
What is distalization? Distalization is a method that is utilized in orthodontics to gain space by moving posterior teeth distally. It can also be done by aligner treatment. In which cases is distalization recommended? It is recommended in cases such as:• Molar protraction• Method of gaining space• Correction of molar relation Indications for molar distalization• […]
What is extrusion? It defines as a displacement of the tooth out of its socket. This makes the teeth appear to be elongated and also modify the teeth’s position for bite purpose as well as esthetics. It is done in open bite cases which can be corrected by aligner treatment up to some extent. In […]