Retrospective Evaluation of Invisalign® Mandibular Advancement in Growing Patients: Cephalometric, PAR and 3D Molar Displacement Outcomes

<b>Background</b>: Class II malocclusion is one of the most prevalent dentoskeletal disorders, usually caused by mandibular retrusion. The Invisalign<sup>®</sup> Mandibular Advancement System is an aesthetic, comfortable alternative to conventional braces for growing patients allowing mandibular projection and dental alignment. This retrospective study assessed the effectiveness of the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> Mandibular Advancement (MA) System in growing patients with mandibular retrognathia. <b>Methods</b>: At treatment onset, seventeen patients were divided into the following two groups according to the aligner system used and cervical vertebral maturation stage: the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> First group (CVM2), and the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> Teen group (CVM3, some transitioning to CVM4), all treated with the Comprehensive Package. Treatment efficacy was evaluated through cephalometric analysis, occlusal classification, and three-dimensional tooth movement assessment. Cephalometric evaluations were performed pre-(T0) and post-treatment (TF). In addition, a clinical follow-up during the retention period was conducted to assess post-treatment stability. <b>Results</b>: Significant dentoalveolar and skeletal changes were observed in both groups. The Teen group showed greater mesial movement of the lower molars (3.57 ± 1.26 mm) compared to the First group (1.34 ± 0.48 mm; <i>p</i> < 0.001). Conversely, the First group showed greater distal movement of the upper molars (2.24 ± 0.64 mm) compared to the Teen group (1.35 ± 0.69 mm; <i>p</i> = 0.002). The PAR index showed significant reductions in both groups (<i>p</i> < 0.001), and although the Teen group achieved greater improvements, the First group demonstrated a clinically relevant reduction (23.60 vs. 19.43 points), despite two severe cases that did not achieve full Class II correction. <b>Conclusions</b>: Both the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> First and Comprehensive Package for teens systems improved occlusion and skeletal patterns. These findings support the MA System as an effective option for correcting Class II malocclusion during growth.

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Dentistry Journal
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2025-11-05
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https://doi.org/10.3390/dj13110517
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Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
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Retrospective Evaluation of Invisalign® Mandibular Advancement in Growing Patients: Cephalometric, PAR and 3D Molar Displacement Outcomes

Teresa Pinho, Carmine Clemente, Maria Gonçalves, Inês de Castro
Dentistry Journal
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
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Retrospective Evaluation of Invisalign® Mandibular Advancement in Growing Patients: Cephalometric, PAR and 3D Molar Displacement Outcomes

Teresa Pinho, Carmine Clemente, Maria Gonçalves, Inês de Castro
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<b>Background</b>: Class II malocclusion is one of the most prevalent dentoskeletal disorders, usually caused by mandibular retrusion. The Invisalign<sup>®</sup> Mandibular Advancement System is an aesthetic, comfortable alternative to conventional braces for growing patients allowing mandibular projection and dental alignment. This retrospective study assessed the effectiveness of the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> Mandibular Advancement (MA) System in growing patients with mandibular retrognathia. <b>Methods</b>: At treatment onset, seventeen patients were divided into the following two groups according to the aligner system used and cervical vertebral maturation stage: the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> First group (CVM2), and the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> Teen group (CVM3, some transitioning to CVM4), all treated with the Comprehensive Package. Treatment efficacy was evaluated through cephalometric analysis, occlusal classification, and three-dimensional tooth movement assessment. Cephalometric evaluations were performed pre-(T0) and post-treatment (TF). In addition, a clinical follow-up during the retention period was conducted to assess post-treatment stability. <b>Results</b>: Significant dentoalveolar and skeletal changes were observed in both groups. The Teen group showed greater mesial movement of the lower molars (3.57 ± 1.26 mm) compared to the First group (1.34 ± 0.48 mm; <i>p</i> < 0.001). Conversely, the First group showed greater distal movement of the upper molars (2.24 ± 0.64 mm) compared to the Teen group (1.35 ± 0.69 mm; <i>p</i> = 0.002). The PAR index showed significant reductions in both groups (<i>p</i> < 0.001), and although the Teen group achieved greater improvements, the First group demonstrated a clinically relevant reduction (23.60 vs. 19.43 points), despite two severe cases that did not achieve full Class II correction. <b>Conclusions</b>: Both the Invisalign<sup>®</sup> First and Comprehensive Package for teens systems improved occlusion and skeletal patterns. These findings support the MA System as an effective option for correcting Class II malocclusion during growth.

Dentistry JournalVol. 13(11)
Universidade do Porto (PT), Cooperativa de Ensino Superior Politécnico e Universitário (PT), Unidade em Ciências Biomoleculares Aplicadas
Cooperativa de Ensino Superior Politécnico e Universitário
Openalex Percentile: Top 63%
Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
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