Table 10 Checklist items in the “Interceptive Orthodontics” theme

Moderators

1

Include information on how the abnormal growth and development of the focus (teeth/jaws) can affect the function and anatomic features of an individual, where relevant

2

Include information on the risk factors that can affect or influence the typical growth and development of the focus of the study including the age or stage (primary dentition/mixed dentition/permanent dentition)

Intervention

3

Include information on the evidence-based treatment used to correct the malocclusion in children and adolescents (for example, intra-oral and extra-oral appliances)

4

Include information on a space analysis in mixed dentition and the use of appropriate evidence-based methods, where relevant

5

Report all the components of the appliance (wire size, acrylic) along with the commercial details of the product, where relevant

Outcomes

6

Report child/ caregiver/ parent satisfaction and quality of life on the orthodontic treatment outcomes, where relevant

7

Report patient compliance, habits, oral hygiene, and the impact of orthodontic treatment on dental/gingival health

8

Report clinical complications in orthodontic or dento-facial orthopedic treatment, if presented

9

Report duration of the orthodontic therapy and adverse effects, where relevant