Protocol for a Systematic Review on the Application of Robotics in Orthodontic Treatments
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Keywords
Robotics, Orthodontics, Clinical application, Surgical orthodontics, Orthodontic wire bending, Systematic review, Dental technology, Innovative orthodontics
Abstract
Background and Objective
Robotics have various applications in dentistry, particularly in orthodontics, though the potential use of these technologies remains unclear. The objective of this protocol for a systematic review will be to describe the steps to summarize the application of robotics in orthodontics and to clarify its function and scope in clinical practice.
Material and Methods
To achieve this, original articles addressing the employment of robotics in any area of orthodontic practice will be included, while review articles will be excluded. Data will be searched in PubMed, Google Scholar, Scopus and DOAJ. The risk of bias will be established using the ROBINS-E and certainty assessment tools with GRADE guidelines.
Results
The main results of the included articles will be tabulated in an Excel spreadsheet and a narrative synthesis of the data will be generated and presented according to its application in surgical and non-surgical orthodontics.
Conclusion
The search is expected to retrieve articles for all around the world. This project will be self-financed, and a protocol is registered at the PROSPERO site with registration number CRD42023463531.
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