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Personalized Pain Management in Orthodontic Treatment: A Narrative Review of Biological, Psychological, and Clinical Determinants.

Cureus · Karaoglan N · 2026-07-24

Orthodontic pain involves complex interactions between inflammation, individual sensitivity, psychology, and treatment factors. The review proposes a framework stratifying patients into risk profiles to guide personalised pain management approaches, though validation through future research is needed.

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