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Elastodontic appliances in orthodontics: Peranti elastodontik dalam ortodonti Pawinru, Ardiansyah S.; Mahendra, Dion Agung
Makassar Dental Journal Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): Volume 15 Issue 1 April 2026
Publisher : Makassar Dental Journal PDGI Makassar

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Elastodontics is a functional orthodontic approach using removable elastomeric appliances that generate light forces to correct malocclusion. This therapy is effective in both the primary and mixed dentition phases because it can influence jaw growth, improve tooth position, and correct bad habits such as oral brea-thing and atypical swallowing. Bioactivators, as an evolution of elastodontics, offer benefits such as comfort, low cost, short treatment time, and improved neuro-muscular function and dentoalveolar balance. Its elastomeric structure allows for adjustment without impressions, making it more practical than conventional appliances. However, there are limitations in its inability to rotate certain posterior teeth and its dependence on patient compliance. It is concluded that elasto-dontics is an alternative interceptive therapy that has the potential to reduce the need for further orthodontic intervention, while supporting the harmonious growth of the stomatognathic system.
Co-Authors Ardiansyah S. Pawinru