Modern orthodontics is experiencing a revolution thanks to the integration of digital technologies. Digital orthodontic set-up and Digital Smile Design (DSD) are two innovative tools that, combined, offer a detailed digital pre-visualization of orthodontic treatments, improving both the effectiveness and aesthetics of the results. The digital orthodontic set-up uses intraoral scans and 3D modeling to create precise representations of the patient's dental and oral structures. This approach allows highly personalized and accurate treatment planning, optimizing tooth movements and reducing model production times. Digital Smile Design, on the other hand, focuses on the aesthetic aspect of the smile. Through photographs, 3D scans and design software, DSD allows you to visualize the patient's final smile in advance, improving communication between orthodontist and patient and allowing changes to be made before treatment begins. The integration of the digital orthodontic set-up with DSD represents a significant advance in orthodontic practice. This combined approach allows for a complete pre-visualization that not only simulates tooth movements but also shows the final aesthetic appearance of the smile. The benefits are multiple: greater patient satisfaction, improved communication, treatment efficiency and more predictable results. Despite the challenges of adopting new technologies, such as the learning curve and the need for continuous updates, the benefits far outweigh the obstacles. The future of orthodontics is clearly headed towards greater digitalisation, promising increasingly personalized and satisfactory results. In conclusion, the integration of the digital orthodontic set-up with Digital Smile Design represents a significant turning point in modern orthodontics. Digital pre-visualization improves the accuracy and effectiveness of treatments, while increasing patient satisfaction through improved communication and superior aesthetic results. The adoption of these advanced technologies marks an important step towards a more integrated and technologically advanced approach to orthodontics


Learning Objectives
After this lecture, you will be able to define the correct shae of the teeth
After this lecture, you will be able to recognize the spatial position of the teeth
After this lecture, you will be able to demonstrate the final proportions of the teeth