Arnao, Ashley
(2023)
Comparative Analysis of Two Clear Aligner Systems for Orthodontic Refinement.
Master's Thesis, University of Pittsburgh.
(Unpublished)
Abstract
Introduction:
The 3M ClarityTM Clear Aligner System differs from Invisalign in a variety of ways, such as algorithm, precision attachments, precision cuts, and appliance design. The main objective of this study is to answer the question if there is a difference in the most inaccurate tooth movements between two clear aligner systems. This study will provide a side-by-side comparison of cases with similar malocclusions treated with either Invisalign and 3M ClarityTM Clear Aligner System before starting their respective refinement stage.
Results:
Mandibular intercanine width expansion was the most inaccurate in the horizontal for Invisalign. Mandibular interpremolar width expansion was the most inaccurate in the horizontal for 3M Clarity Aligners. Mandibular incisor intrusion was the most inaccurate movement in the vertical for both Invisalign and 3M Clarity Aligners. Regarding rotations, the most inaccurate teeth for Invisalign were the mandibular canines and the most inaccurate teeth for 3M Clarity Aligners were the maxillary incisors.
Conclusions:
There were no statistically significant differences found between any of the tooth movements when comparing Invisalign with 3M Clarity Aligners. Even though there weren’t any statistical significances comparing the two aligner systems, Invisalign was more accurate in achieving maxillary lateral extrusion and 3M Clarity Aligners was more accurate in achieving maxillary central incisor rotation and mandibular intercanine width change.
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| Item Type: |
University of Pittsburgh ETD
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| Status: |
Unpublished |
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| Date: |
1 July 2023 |
| Date Type: |
Publication |
| Defense Date: |
1 June 2023 |
| Approval Date: |
1 July 2023 |
| Submission Date: |
8 June 2023 |
| Access Restriction: |
No restriction; Release the ETD for access worldwide immediately. |
| Number of Pages: |
32 |
| Institution: |
University of Pittsburgh |
| Schools and Programs: |
School of Dental Medicine > Dental Science |
| Degree: |
MDS - Master of Dental Science |
| Thesis Type: |
Master's Thesis |
| Refereed: |
Yes |
| Uncontrolled Keywords: |
Aligners, Clear aligners, Invisalign, 3M |
| Date Deposited: |
01 Jul 2023 13:34 |
| Last Modified: |
01 Jul 2023 13:34 |
| URI: |
http://d-scholarship.pitt.edu/id/eprint/44960 |
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