Digital Orthodontics Symposium 2026

Abstract

Successful clear aligner treatment in early and adolescent patients depends on appropriate timing, growth assessment, treatment staging, and biomechanical control. This lecture will discuss how growth and development influence treatment planning, case selection, and outcome predictability. Practical strategies for staging tooth movement, monitoring growth, and adjusting treatment throughout development will be presented to help clinicians achieve efficient, predictable, and stable results in growing patients.

Learning Objectives

• Discuss key considerations in managing growing patients with clear aligners, including timing, growth phases, and treatment objectives.
• Explain the impact of growth and development on treatment planning and outcome predictability in early and adolescent patients.
• Demonstrate staging strategies and biomechanical approaches to achieve controlled and efficient tooth movement during growth.
• Discuss clinical protocols for optimising timing and intervention to improve treatment efficiency and long-term stability.
• Demonstrate how to evaluate and adjust treatment plans based on growth response and clinical progression.