The article supported the position of the British Orthodontic Society (and 31 professional dental and orthodontic societies, associations, and institutions from 25 countries across Europe) that any self-administered and remote treatment cannot be justified from a professional medical perspective and thus represents a serious violation of ethical, medical and dental standards.
Anjli Patel, director of external relations at the BOS, said, “We are delighted that the message is getting out to patients of the potential harm that can be caused by aligners if not assessed by a dentist in person. All dental treatment should be carried out by a suitably qualified clinician. This means treatment will be as safe and effective as possible.
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