A comparative study of two different clear aligner systems

Prog Orthod. 2014 May 2;15(1):31. doi: 10.1186/s40510-014-0031-3.

Abstract

Background: This study aims to compare the 'Nuvola®' system with 'Fantasmino®' system, examine their material properties, and define the indications for use of the aligners.

Methods: Two groups of patients were selected and were respectively treated with Nuvola® aligner and Fantasmino® system.

Results: The goal of treatment has been achieved with the two systems.

Conclusions: The two types of aligners have shown differences during the treatment. Fantasmino® system has elastic properties of high performance, but its size does not encourage compliance throughout the day. Nuvola® system determines good tooth movement and its size facilitates the patient's collaboration. In both aligner systems, difficulties were found in the correction of torque information and rotations.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Adult
  • Dental Materials / chemistry
  • Elasticity
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Orthodontic Appliance Design*
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Patient Compliance
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Rotation
  • Speech Disorders / etiology
  • Surface Properties
  • Time Factors
  • Tooth Movement Techniques / instrumentation*
  • Torque
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Young Adult

Substances

  • Dental Materials