About Specialty
Common Conditions
Investigations
Procedures
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Orthodontics is a Specialty that is concerned with timely detection and treatment of malocclusions produced due to tooth irregularity in alignment and disproportionate jaws. |
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COMMON CONDITIONS TREATED BY A SPECIALIST IN ORTHODONTICS
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An Orthodontist commonly treats the following conditions: Correction of Habits (Thumb or Finger Sucking); Spaced Teeth; Malaligned (Crooked) Teeth; Growth Modulation; Developing Malocclusions; Improper Bites (Deep Bites, Open Bites and Cross Bites); Prognathism of Jaws |
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DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES IN ORTHODONTICS
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X - Rays; Lateral Cephalograms; Orthopantomographs (OPG); Dental Models; Facial and Dental Photographs and Analysis |
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SURGERIES & PROCEDURES IN ORTHODONTICS
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Dental Braces (Fixed and Removable Appliances); Invisalign Fitting (Clear Plastic Aligners); Retainers |
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