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ORTHODONTIC SECTION

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Sagar R.
Dombe, M.D.S. in
orthodontics, stands
as a distinguished
dental practitioner,
excelling in academia
and clinical expertise.
Fig 22 With extensive
experience spanning
5 years in bachelor
of dental surgery and an additional 3
years in masters of dental surgery, Dr
Dombe has been an integral part of Dr.
D.Y. Patil medical university since 2009,
serving as an professor. He embarked
on his journey as a consultant
orthodontist and clinician in 2008,
leveraging his expertise to pioneer
shape32, an aligner manufacturing lab
currently producing 100-150 models
per day. His affiliation with 3shape as
a key opinion leader (KOL) since 2018
further solidifies his commitment
to innovation and technological
advancements in orthodontics. He is
the Founder Secretary of the Indian
Aligner Society.
Fig 23
Fig 22-23: Treatment monitoring with 3shape monitoring tab

POST-TREATMENT RESULTS CONCLUSION
After treatment, the patient achieved significant improvements: This case underscores the efficacy of in-house aligner systems in
• Reduction in proclination and spacing. managing complex orthodontic conditions. The integration of
• Correction of midline deviation. digital scanning, customized aligners, and biomechanical adjuncts
• Improved Class I relationship. like miniscrews and elastics allowed precise control and correction.
Cephalometric values such as U1NA (21.5°) and L1NB (30.9°) Patient compliance was a critical factor in achieving optimal results,
normalized. Soft tissue changes also enhanced facial aesthetics, with emphasizing the collaborative nature of successful orthodontic
reductions in lip protrusion. treatment.
This case exemplifies the potential of modern orthodontics to
deliver highly personalized, efficient, and aesthetic solutions for
diverse dental malocclusions. n

ARTICLE CITATION
Sagar Dombe (2024). Orthodontic Management with In-House Aligners: A Case Report. Dental Practice, 20(5), 28-32

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