Digital Diagnostics and Orthodontic Practice

Abstract

Orthodontic diagnosis is mostly dependent on the patient's dental and medical history, clinical examination, study models, and cephalometric radiographs, which are the most important tool for orthodontic diagnosis since they are used to identify abnormalities in the dental and craniofacial skeleton. An ever-increasing array of digital technologies is transforming dental therapy in a variety of ways. Digital dental models, the use of digital dental set-ups to simulate the eventual result of orthodontic therapy, and three-dimensional imaging of the dentofacial region are among the technological advances that provided new choices for patient documentation. Digital records allow for a three-dimensional evaluation of a patient's dentofacial morphology, which is critical for orthodontic diagnostics and treatment planning. Additionally, these digital records increase record storage, access, conservation, communication with patients, and duplication possibilities. The purpose of this research is to review the available information about the digital diagnostics and orthodontic practice. Since the introduction of threedimensional techniques, which have found different uses in orthodontics as well as oral and maxillofacial surgery, imaging technology in the dentistry sector has emerged as one of the most significant parts of identifying and managing oral problems. With the growing availability of cone-beam computed tomography, three-dimensional depiction of dentition, maxillofacial skeleton, and soft tissues in all phases of interactions is now possible. In orthodontics, digital scanning can be utilized for a variety of purposes. However, more research is needed to generate evidence-based results regarding the utilization of digital diagnostics in orthodontics.