Digital Workflow in Orthodontics: The Future of Orthodontics

Digitalization has been one of the most prospering aspect in the recent years in the field of dentistry, it has been narrated as “ Paradigm shift “ or “Revolutionary”. With recent advances,it became possible for virtual designing and 3D printing technology to create different Orthodontic appliances which will be helpful to ease the treatment method and make orthodontic appliances more comfortable for all types of patients.These recent advances has made treatment planning and record keeping easy for an Orthodontist. Because of these advancements, it became possible for virtual designing and3D printed different orthodontic appliances which are more comfortable for orthodontic patients.While the cost of cutting edge technology is high initially, it inevitably reduces in last few years as other specialities also started incorporating 3D digital technology into most areas of diagnosis, treatment planning and delivery. There is also great potential for dental education,patient motivation by showing the steps of treatment and virtual treatment outcome through the application of 3D virtual models and simulators.