Column Orthodontics and Ideas – A new perspective in Orthodontics: 3DBOT hybrid treatment and aligners – case report

Vol. 15 – Number 57 – 2022 Column Orthodontics and Ideas Page 19-24 A new perspective in Orthodontics: 3DBOT hybrid treatment and aligners – case report Guaracy Lyra da Fonseca Junior1 Ney Tavares Lima Neto2 Julia Corrêa de Melo Wanderley3 Gurgiane Rodrigues Gurgel Cavalcante4 Mauro Melo5 Thales Jeferson de Oliveira Raizama6 Abstract Among the most varied orthodontic techniques in orthodontics, the 3DBOT technique (Three-Dimensional Orthodontic Treatment without Brackets) stands out because it uses technology, the 3D set up, in a mandatory manner. By definition, the technique enables movements in the three dimensions of space, with high predictability of movement, does not requiring brackets as support for dental correction. The aligners ensure torque control and an excellent final detailing. This study aims to describe a clinical case of Angle Class I, with crowding of the teeth, treated with the 3DBOT fixed technique and aligners. The results were achieved in the first stage lasting 8 months, followed by the final aligners by 3 months period time. The 3DBOT technique proved to be an effective, efficient and mainly comfortable option. Descriptors: Malocclusion, Angle Class I, dental esthetic, bracketless orthodontics, orthodontic aligners. 1 Specialist in Orthodontics – SPO/SP, MSc and PhD in Orthodontics – SL Mandic – Campinas/SP. 2 Specialist in Orthodontics – Ciodonto/Faisa-PE, MSc and PhD in Orthodontics – SL Mandic – Campinas/SP. 3 Graduated in Dentistry – ASCES-PE, Postgraduate student in Orthodontics – Facsete/CPGO-PE. 4 Specialist in Orthodontics – Facsete/CPGO – Natal/RN, MSc in Dental Clinics – UFRN, PhD student in Dental Clinics – UFRN. 5 Specialist in Orthodontics – ASCES-PE, MSc in Orthodontics – FHO-Uniararas/SP. 6 Specialist in Orthodontics – CEAO-Natal/RN, MSc student in Orthodontics – FHO-Uniararas/SP. DOI: 10.24077/2022;1557-170221