Accelerated Orthodontics Explained

In recent years, a orthodontist  number of patients have sought a reduction in their orthodontic treatment time. This is mainly due to the fact that long treatment times may cause problems such as higher predisposition to caries and gingival recession, as well as increased discomfort during and after orthodontic procedures.

There are several methods for accelerating tooth movement. One of the most popular is periodontally accelerated orthodontics (PAOO). It involves a surgical procedure performed by a periodontist to ‘activate’ the gum and bone which then allows the teeth to move much more quickly. Another technique is light-accelerated orthodontics (LAO), which uses a photobiomodulation device to stimulate the bone to accelerate movement of the teeth.

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These devices work by stimulating the osteocytes, which create new bone tissue that promotes faster tooth movement. The resulting acceleration in the orthodontic process means that treatment can be completed much more rapidly than would otherwise be possible. It also reduces the discomfort that many adults experience during orthodontic treatments, since adult jaw bones may be more rigid than those of teenagers.

A bibliometric analysis was conducted to examine the research landscape surrounding accelerated orthodontics, and to identify key trends, influential studies, leading institutions, and significant contributors. The study examined all peer-reviewed publications on the topic published between 2012 and 2023, excluding duplicate records and non-peer-reviewed papers. The results demonstrate a fluctuating pattern in annual scientific output, with peaks in interest driven by technological advancements and patient demand for shorter treatment times.