Dr. Alexander Schwärzler

Austria

  • 2012 - 2018: Studies in Human Medicine and Dentistry, Medical University Innsbruck (Dr.med.dent.)
  • 2019 - 2022: Postgraduate Orthodontic Training (NEBEOP), Department of Orthodontics, University Clinic of Dentistry, Medical University of Vienna
  • Since 2020: Doctoral Program "Musculoskeletal and Dental Research", Medical University of Vienna


Alexander Schwärzler works as a clinical specialist at the Department of Orthodontics in the Medical University of Vienna. He is currently pursuing his doctoral program in "Musculoskeletal and Dental Research." His thesis focuses on the accuracy of 3D printed indirect bonding trays in adolescents, comparing the use of rigid and resilient resin. Dr. Schwärzler holds a degree in mechanical engineering from the Higher Technical College in Innsbruck, Tyrol. He utilizes his mechanical engineering background in designing orthodontic appliances using CAD/CAM technology.


Prices:

  • "Hans-Peter Bantleon Scientific Funding Price" of the Austrian Orthodontic Society, 2023
  • "Best Short Speech" at the Annual Congress of the Austrian Dental Society, 2023



Clinical and scientific main topics:

  • CAD/CAM orthodontic appliance in combination with Aligner therapies
  • Transfer accuracy of CAD/CAM miniscrew guides
  • Nonsurgical palatal expansion in adolescents and young adults
  • Virtual orthodontic Setups- digital treatment simulation

  • Abstract

    Aligner Therapy with Skeletally Anchored CAD/CAM Appliances – Virtual Planning and Transfer Accuracy


    Digital progress is opening up new avenues in orthodontics. The range of aesthetic aligner therapy is extended by the combination with skeletally anchored CAD/CAM appliances. Thanks to digital 3D imaging, aligners and appliances can be planned synchronously and inserted at the same time. This progress offers planning certainty and saves time. The appliance is customised using dental software and then manufactured using laser sintering technology. 


    The virtual position of orthodontic mini-screws is achieved with 3D printed drilling templates. 


    In the presentation, the transfer accuracy of this method will be presented using our own micro CT examination, and further studies from the CAD/CAM field will be critically analysed. The presentation will focus on the combination of aesthetic aligner therapy and skeletally anchored appliances. The digital work flow will be presented using detailed case studies of expander and slider mechanics for aligners. 

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