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Current Trends in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

A special issue of Dentistry Journal (ISSN 2304-6767). This special issue belongs to the section "Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 August 2026 | Viewed by 974

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Alessandro Nota

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IRCCS San Raffele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy
Interests: orthodontics; dentistry; craniomandibular disorders; dental occlusion; tmj; functional orthodontic appliances; orthodontic appliances; dentofacial orthopedics; clinical orthodontics
Prof. Dr. Simona Tecco

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Dental School, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, 20132 Milan, Italy
Interests: interceptive orthodontics; oral hygiene; functional orthodontic appliances; orthodontic materials; temporomandibular disorders; digital orthodontics; digital dentistry; clear aligners
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Dear Colleagues,

Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics play a vital role in enhancing both the functional and aesthetic aspects of oral health. The field has evolved significantly—from the use of traditional mechanical appliances to the adoption of highly personalized, technology-driven treatment solutions.

This Special Issue aims to showcase contemporary approaches, advanced technologies, and interdisciplinary collaborations shaping modern orthodontic and orthopedic care. Key areas of focus include clear aligner systems, 3D imaging, AI-assisted diagnostics, and innovations in craniofacial growth modulation.

We invite original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and other scholarly contributions that advance the understanding and development of current practices in orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.

Dr. Alessandro Nota
Prof. Dr. Simona Tecco
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • orthodontics
  • dentofacial orthopedics
  • malocclusion
  • 3D imaging in orthodontics
  • orthodontic biomechanics
  • AI in orthodontics
  • digital orthodontics
  • craniofacial growth
  • orthognathic surgery pediatric orthodontics
  • temporomandibular joint disorders (TMDs)

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Comparison of the Planas Functional Masticatory Angle Across Deciduous, Mixed, and Permanent Dentition Stages: A Cross-Sectional Pilot Study
by Gema Torres-Romero, Clara Guinot-Barona, Lidia Galán-López, Laura Marqués-Martínez, Esther Garcia-Miralles and Juan Ignacio Aura-Tormos
Dent. J. 2026, 14(4), 213; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj14040213 - 7 Apr 2026
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Background. The Planas Functional Masticatory Angle [PFMA] is a functional parameter describing mandibular trajectory during mastication. Its variation across dentition stages may reflect cross-sectional physiological functional adaptation during growth. Methods. A cross-sectional pilot study recruited 30 patients [10 per group: deciduous, [...] Read more.
Background. The Planas Functional Masticatory Angle [PFMA] is a functional parameter describing mandibular trajectory during mastication. Its variation across dentition stages may reflect cross-sectional physiological functional adaptation during growth. Methods. A cross-sectional pilot study recruited 30 patients [10 per group: deciduous, mixed, permanent dentition] from a university dental clinic. PFMA was measured using a standardized intraoral photographic protocol, with intra-examiner reliability assessed [ICC > 0.9]. Molar relationships were classified per Angle’s classification. PFMA differences across dentition stages were analyzed using one-way ANOVA, and molar class distributions were evaluated with chi-square tests [p < 0.05]. Results. PFMA values decreased significantly from deciduous [64.7° ± 6.9] to mixed [55.5° ± 7.8] and permanent dentition [47.2° ± 9.8] [ANOVA, p < 0.001]. Post hoc analysis revealed significant differences between deciduous and permanent stages. No significant right–left PFMA differences were observed. Class I molar relationships predominated [70%], and no significant association was found between PFMA and molar class. Conclusions. This pilot study suggests PFMA decreases with dentition progression, reflecting physiological occlusal adaptation. Class I predominance supports functional symmetry, but PFMA-molar class associations require larger samples. Longitudinal studies are needed to further explore the clinical applicability of PFMA as a functional descriptor of masticatory adaptation. Full article
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Occlusal Force Changes in Growing Patients Treated with the Three Bite Plane Appliance: A Prospective Study
by Mauro Lorusso, Angela Pia Cazzolla, Michele Tepedino, Elena D’Angelo, Fariba Esperouz, Lucio Lo Russo and Domenico Ciavarella
Dent. J. 2026, 14(4), 198; https://doi.org/10.3390/dj14040198 - 1 Apr 2026
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Objective: To investigate the effects of three-bite plane appliance (TBP) therapy on maximal occlusal force (MOF) in growing patients. Methods: This study included 120 children (aged 9–10 years) diagnosed with Class I, Class II, or Class III malocclusion. All subjects presented with a [...] Read more.
Objective: To investigate the effects of three-bite plane appliance (TBP) therapy on maximal occlusal force (MOF) in growing patients. Methods: This study included 120 children (aged 9–10 years) diagnosed with Class I, Class II, or Class III malocclusion. All subjects presented with a deep bite and a normodivergent growth pattern. MOF was recorded at baseline (T0) and after 12 months of treatment (T1). A standardized multi-bite protocol was used to improve reproducibility. Paired t-tests or Wilcoxon tests assessed intragroup differences, while Welch’s ANOVA with Games–Howell post hoc testing evaluated intergroup variation. Results: Significant intragroup differences were found for all groups (p < 0.001). Class I subjects demonstrated a reduction in MOF (Δ = −138.3 N; p < 0.001), whereas Class II (Δ = 113.35 N; p < 0.001) and Class III (Δ = 145.6 N; p < 0.001) subjects showed significant increases. Intergroup comparison revealed a significant overall difference in MOF change (F = 41.35; p < 0.001). Post hoc analysis confirmed significant differences between Class I and both Class II and III, while no significant difference was detected between Class II and III. Conclusions: Treatment with a three-bite plane appliance modifies MOF in growing patients, showing malocclusion-specific adaptation patterns. The reduction observed in Class I contrasts with the functional enhancement detected in Class II and Class III subjects. Full article
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