Cone Beam Computed Tomography and Digital Orthodontics

Dear Colleagues,

In dentistry, CBCT is now the most commonly used technology to acquire digital data on the anatomy of the nose and pharynx. The reduced costs and radiation dose for the patient compared to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and CT have contributed to the increased use of this technology. This opens the path to digitalizing orthodontics procedures. Digitalization in orthodontics has fundamentally transformed clinical practices, introducing new methodologies and tools to enhance the precision, efficiency, and treatment outcomes. Digital orthodontics employs advanced technologies such as intraoral scanners, virtual design software, and 3D printers to improve every phase of the orthodontic process. Using specialized software, orthodontists can virtually analyze the patient’s occlusion, plan tooth movement, and simulate the desired treatment outcomes. This virtual design enables precise and personalized treatment planning, optimizing the effectiveness of orthodontic appliances and reducing overall treatment time. Moreover, 3D printers enable the production of physical dental models and custom orthodontic appliances directly from digital data, eliminating the need for manual laboratory techniques and increasing the reproducibility and accuracy of the final result.

In conclusion, digital orthodontics represents a significant evolution in contemporary orthodontics, offering a more precise, efficient, and personalized approach to orthodontic treatment. By integrating advanced digital technologies into the clinical workflow, orthodontists can achieve superior results and enhance patient experience.

We are pleased to invite you to contribute to the following Special Issue, which aims to describe the state of the art of Cone Beam Computed Tomography and digital application in orthodontics.

In this Special Issue, original research articles, short communication, and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:

• Cone beam computed tomography and Orthodontics
• Airway and Craniofacial development and its clinical implications
• Digital orthodontics
• Digital planning in orthodontics
• Aligners in orthodontic daily practice

I look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Matteo Saccucci
Dr. Gabriele Di Carlo
Guest Editors

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• orthodontics
• CBCT
• clinical orthodontics
• digital orthodontics
• intra-oral scanners
• airway
• growth and development
• orthodontic appliances
• CAD CAM technology in orthodontics
• clinical treatment in orthodontics