Getting the braces on is just the first step of the patient’s journey towards a beautiful smile. Once the braces have been placed, the patient will need to see the...
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The length of orthodontic treatment varies with every patient and is affected by several factors. Some of these factors are inherent in the diagnosis of the patient, such as complexity...
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Cost of braces may vary depending on the type and severity of the patient’s case. The cost of orthodontic treatment mainly depends on these factors: the severity and complexity of...
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Orthodontics is defined as a branch of dentistry dealing with irregularities of the teeth and their correction. Orthodontics was derived from the English word “ortho” meaning straight and the Greek...
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Observation of the smile is important for the orthodontist to analyze its characteristics. However, direct measurement will allow the orthodontist to evaluate the lip-tooth relationship during movement and at rest....
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A multimedia computer program for smile measurement was developed by Ackerman, et al based on statistical analysis that a posed smile is indeed reproducible. This computer program is called smile...
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There has been a considerable difference with the way orthodontists and patients view dentofacial aesthetics. A natural smile is involuntary and is brought about by happiness or joy. All the...
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Some minor problems can occur during orthodontic treatment, ranging from teeth soreness to loose brackets. Here are some examples of minor orthodontic issues that can be remedied on your own...
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In general, a patient can eat normally while she have the braces on. However, the patient will need to have some slight modifications of the diet because some foods can...
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The wearing of elastics is one of most unpopular parts of orthodontic treatment. This is the aspect of orthodontic treatment that most patients often fail in and is the most...
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