This randomized clinical study compares the transfer accuracy of semi-digital and fully digital indirect bonding trays in orthodontic treatment. Thirty-two patients were randomly divided into two groups to receive brackets bonded with either semi-digital trays (thermoformed on 3D printed models) or fully digital trays (directly 3D printed). The primary outcome measures are linear and angular deviations between the virtually planned and actual clinical bracket positions, analyzed using 3D superimposition techniques.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
SINGLE
Enrollment
32
Bonding brackets using thermoformed transfer trays.
Bonding brackets using 3D printed transfer trays.
Department of Orthodontics, Faculty of Dentistry, Selcuk University
Konya, Turkey (Türkiye)
Linear Transfer Accuracy
Linear deviations between the virtually planned bracket positions and the actual clinical bracket positions. Measurements are calculated by superimposing the post-bonding intraoral scans onto the virtual setup models using GOM Inspect software. Unit of Measure: Millimeters
Time frame: Immediately after the bonding procedure (Day 1)
Angular Transfer Accuracy
Angular deviations between the virtually planned bracket positions and the actual clinical bracket positions. Measurements are calculated by superimposing the post-bonding intraoral scans onto the virtual setup models using GOM Inspect software. Unit of Measure: Degrees
Time frame: Immediately after the bonding procedure (Day 1)
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