Gianluca Baldini
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Gianluca Baldini has a total of 7 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Alessandro Nota
Dental School, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, IRCCS San Raffaele Hospital, 20132 Milan, Italy
1 shared publication - Antonella Mattei
Department MESVA, University of L’Aquila, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
1 shared publication - Chiara Tonelli
Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L’Aquila, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
1 shared publication - Fabiana Fiasca
Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L’Aquila, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
1 shared publication - Sandra Khong Tai
Department of Orthodontics, Arthur A Dugoni School of Dentistry, University of the Pacific, San Francisco, Calif; Department of Orthodontics, School of Dentistry, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
1 shared publication - Sara Caruso
Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L’Aquila, 67100 L’Aquila, Italy
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 24 June 2025
- Published by MDPI AG in Healthcare
- Vol. 13 (13) , 1508
Efficacy and Predictability of Maxillary and Mandibular Dental Arch Expansion with Clear Aligners in Prepuberal Subjects: A Digital Retrospective Analysis
Background/Objectives: Previous studies on clear aligner therapy (CAT) in mixed dentition primarily focused on the predictability of maxillary arch expansion. However, limited evidence is available regarding mandibular arch changes, particularly in relation to inter-arch coordination. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and predictability of dental expansion in both the upper and lower arches using Invisalign First® aligners. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted with 15 participants. Dental expansions were assessed before and after treatment using iTero intraoral scans processed with 3D analysis software. Measurements were compared to the predicted movements planned in ClinCheck®. Data normality was verified (Shapiro–Wilk test), descriptive statistics were calculated, and paired t-tests were performed to compare clinical and predicted expansions, with significance set at 0.05. Results: Clear aligners achieved effective dento-alveolar expansion in both arches. Predictability was higher at the cusp level than at the gingival level, indicating a tendency toward tipping movements rather than bodily expansion. The study also highlighted mandibular expansion outcomes and gingival-level discrepancies, providing new insights compared to the previous literature. Minor differences between predicted and achieved movements were observed, partly attributable to natural growth and deciduous tooth exfoliation. Conclusions: Clear aligners are effective in achieving maxillary and mandibular arch expansion in mixed dentition, with good predictability at the coronal level. Overengineering buccal root torque may help promote bodily expansion and reduce cuspal–gingival discrepancies. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to optimize treatment planning and predictability.
- 24 June 2025
- Published by MDPI AG in Healthcare
- Vol. 13 (13) , 1508
Open AccessEfficacy and Predictability of Maxillary and Mandibular Dental Arch Expansion with Clear Aligners in Prepuberal Subjects: A Digital Retrospective Analysis
Background/Objectives: Previous studies on clear aligner therapy (CAT) in mixed dentition primarily focused on the predictability of maxillary arch expansion. However, limited evidence is available regarding mandibular arch changes, particularly in relation to inter-arch coordination. This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness and predictability of dental expansion in both the upper and lower arches using Invisalign First® aligners. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted with 15 participants. Dental expansions were assessed before and after treatment using iTero intraoral scans processed with 3D analysis software. Measurements were compared to the predicted movements planned in ClinCheck®. Data normality was verified (Shapiro–Wilk test), descriptive statistics were calculated, and paired t-tests were performed to compare clinical and predicted expansions, with significance set at 0.05. Results: Clear aligners achieved effective dento-alveolar expansion in both arches. Predictability was higher at the cusp level than at the gingival level, indicating a tendency toward tipping movements rather than bodily expansion. The study also highlighted mandibular expansion outcomes and gingival-level discrepancies, providing new insights compared to the previous literature. Minor differences between predicted and achieved movements were observed, partly attributable to natural growth and deciduous tooth exfoliation. Conclusions: Clear aligners are effective in achieving maxillary and mandibular arch expansion in mixed dentition, with good predictability at the coronal level. Overengineering buccal root torque may help promote bodily expansion and reduce cuspal–gingival discrepancies. Further studies with larger sample sizes are needed to optimize treatment planning and predictability.