Title: The importance of diagnosis in orthodontic treatment with aligners. Why FAS aligners?

Abstract:

The main goal when a patient wants orthodontic treatment is to take into account the main request of the patient, the appropriate investigations and the complete documentation of the case. Establishing a treatment plan that takes into account the combination of all the above is very important to exceed the patient’s expectations. Recently, orthodontic treatments with aligners have gained impressive momentum, being various techniques and manufacturers, each with its own advantages and challenges. Also, patients are informed and turn to us with a request for treatment with aligners. In my practice, the first step when it comes to any orthodontic treatment is a correct diagnosis, which is based on correct investigations. Then the therapeutic decision, which method we use to achieve the objectives of the treatment plan, depends on several factors: the treatment philosophy and biomechanics used by the specialist, the physical, mental and financial availability of the patient.

In my presentation I will talk about some key points when we choose the option of orthodontic treatment with aligners, which is the method of diagnosis and planning of the case, and how we approach this treatment option in front of the patient. FAS aligners, my treatment option, have an important goal in mind: ideal masticatory function and orthopedic stability, both vital to achieve a long-term stable occlusal and joint relationship.