JOURNAL ARTICLE

The efficacy and effectiveness of customized CAD/CAM brackets in fixed orthodontic treatment: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

  • Published In: European Journal of Orthodontics, 2025, v. 47, n. 1. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Dentistry & Oral Sciences Source 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Bardideh, Erfan; Kerayechian, Navid; Ghorbani, Mahsa; Younessian, Farnaz; Shafaee, Hooman 3 of 3

Abstract

This article systematically reviews and meta-analyzes the efficacy and effectiveness of customized computer-aided design and computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) orthodontic brackets compared to conventional brackets. Based on six clinical studies involving fixed orthodontic patients, the analysis found no significant difference between CAD/CAM and conventional brackets in treatment outcomes measured by the American Board of Orthodontics cast-radiographic examination (ABO-CRE) or in the number of clinical appointments required. However, CAD/CAM brackets were associated with a statistically significant reduction in overall treatment duration by approximately four months. The review also highlights variability in bracket debonding rates, higher treatment planning time, and increased costs for CAD/CAM brackets, suggesting that clinicians should weigh these factors alongside clinical benefits when selecting bracket systems.

Additional Information

  • Source:European Journal of Orthodontics. 2025/01, Vol. 47, Issue 1, p1
  • Document Type:Literature Review
  • Subject Area:Computer Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0141-5387
  • DOI:10.1093/ejo/cjae075
  • Accession Number:182609355
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