The concept of function-driven orthodontics / Dr. Ivan Lendaro, DT, DDS, MDSc.

Most orthodontic and gnathological treatments focus on the teeth and their relationships. Unfortunately, function is often not one of the primary objectives. Starting with an examination of oral functions, we will analyze not only the local effects of malocclusions but also their systemic, postural, and neurological effects. From a global functional diagnosis, we will progress to the ontogenetic development of malocclusions and their subsequent therapy.

We will discuss gnathological and orthognathodontic therapy using Sato’s multiloop technique, revisited and simplified with the use of a new high-performance wire, the GUMMETAL®. Together we will explore how this technique helps to conservatively treat severe dentoskeletal malocclusions without premolar extractions or surgical interventions. The rehabilitative concepts explained here have full application not only in adult orthodontic therapy but can also be applied to interceptive therapy and prosthetic rehabilitation. This provides a comprehensive system for evaluating the entire cervico-craniomandibular complex.