Clinical effectiveness of 0.018-inch vs. 0.022-inch bracket slot size in fixed orthodontic treatment: a systematic review and critical appraisal of the evidence

BackgroundDentofacial malocclusion is a global public health concern and the third most prevalent oral condition after caries and periodontal disease. This systematic review evaluated the impact of bracket slot size (0.018 vs. 0.022-inch) on clinical efficacy (quality of finishing), tooth movement e...

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Hauptverfasser:	Franz Tito Coronel-Zubiate, Heber Isac Arbildo-Vega, Fredy Hugo Cruzado-Oliva, Rubén Aguirre-Ipenza, Hernán Vásquez-Rodrigo, Sara Antonieta Luján-Valencia, Joan Manuel Meza-Málaga, Eduardo Luján-Urviola, Carlos Alberto Farje-Gallardo, Tania Belú Castillo-Cornock
Format:	Artigo
Sprache:	Inglês
Veröffentlicht:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2026-07-01
Schriftenreihe:	Frontiers in Oral Health
Schlagworte:	0.018-inch bracket 0.022-inch bracket bracket slot size orthodontic appliances orthodontic brackets systematic review
Online-Zugang:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/froh.2026.1862036/full
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