Early Orthodontic Intervention: Preventing Malocclusion and Enhancing Oral Health
A special issue of Dentistry Journal (ISSN 2304-6767). This special issue belongs to the section "Preventive Dentistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 May 2026 | Viewed by 834
Special Issue Editors
Interests: orthodontics; dentistry; clinical dentistry; craniofacial development; cephalometry; oral and maxillofacial pathology; rare diseases
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Interests: obstructive sleep apnea; temporomandibular joint disease; orthodontics; craniofacial morphology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent decades, early orthodontic intervention has received increasing attention as a proactive approach to managing dental and skeletal malocclusions during childhood. Numerous scientific evidence has demonstrated the significant benefits of initiating treatment during the mixed dentition stage. The objective of this Special Issue is to explore the scope and effectiveness of early orthodontic treatment in preventing complex malocclusions and promoting optimal oral health outcomes. Contributions examining diagnostic protocols, timing of intervention, growth modification techniques, and the psychosocial impact of early treatment are welcome.
We are particularly interested in cutting-edge research involving new diagnostic tools (e.g., artificial intelligence-based imaging), bioengineering applications in interceptive appliances, and longitudinal studies evaluating the stability of early interventions. Comparative effectiveness studies, systematic reviews, and interdisciplinary approaches involving pediatric dentistry, speech therapy, and otolaryngology are also encouraged.
Dr. Angela Pia Cazzolla
Prof. Dr. Domenico Ciavarella
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- interceptive orthodontics
- malocclusion prevention
- pediatric orthodontics
- craniofacial growth
- oral health outcomes
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