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Shadyside Orthodontist Orthodontic Treatment
Dr. Maria OReilly
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Definition

• Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that is
  concerned with the study and treatment of
  malocclusions (improper bites), which may be a
  result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate
  jaw improved bite (occlusion).

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Diagnosis and treatment planning

• In diagnosis and treatment planning, the
  orthodontist must
• recognize the various characteristics of
  malocclusion and dentofacial deformity
• define the nature of the problem, including the
  etiology if possible
• design a treatment strategy based on the specific
  needs and desires of the individual
• present the treatment strategy to the patient in
  such a way that the patient fully understands the
  ramifications of his/her decision.

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Therapy

• Therapy can be
• Functional indicated to reduce and eliminate any
  possible problems, using muscular exercises
  and/or passive orthodontic devices, which guide
  mastication forces
• Mechanical when extra/intraoral devices are
  used, to correct the present anomalies
• Surgical indicated especially in adults and/or
  when orthodontic methods cant fix the problems

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Why is it important to have orthodontic treatment?

• Orthodontic problems can disfigure the face and
  mouth.
• Orthodontics can improve the appearance of the
  teeth and face.
• Normal speech and chewing can be made possible by
  orthodontic treatment.
• A bad bite can make biting or chewing difficult
  or even impossible, and can cause the teeth to
  wear down.
• Crooked teeth are very hard to brush properly.
• If teeth are not kept clean, this can result in
  tooth decay, and loss of teeth.
• Orthodontic problems can damage the gums and
  underlying bone structure.
• If the jaws are not properly positioned, pain in
  the jaw joints can result.
• Orthodontic problems can get worse if they are
  neglected. They will not just "go away".
• If not treated in time, a problem can become more
  difficult and more expensive to treat later on.

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Why should orthodontic treatment start when the
child is young?

• There are many good reasons for early orthodontic
  treatment
• When the jaws and teeth are still growing it is
  much easier to move teeth and influence the
  position and size of the jaw.
• Early treatment will shorten the treatment time.
• Treatment of thumb-sucking and abnormal
  swallowing patterns is more successful in a young
  child.
• Protruding front teeth are easily damaged, so the
  sooner they are corrected the better.
• The space left by the early loss of a baby tooth
  must be kept open.If left untreated, this space
  will close, as adjacent teeth will drift into it.
  The permanent tooth may then not have enough
  space to grow into and may become impacted. Early
  treatment can keep the space open and allow the
  permanent tooth to erupt normally. Insufficient
  space for permanent teeth often results in
  crowding.

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Which conditions cause orthodontic problems?

• Crowding Severe crowding A mismatch of tooth and
  jaw size
• Upper and lower jaws out of proportion to each
  other
• Missing or extra teeth
• Premature loss of teeth caused by
• Injuries
• Tooth decay
• Breathing problems
• Thumb sucking

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Crowded and irregular teeth
treatment
before
after
treatment
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Is orthodontic treatment painful?

• When braces or other orthodontic appliances are
  first placed in the mouth, some discomfort or
  pain is experienced, but this soon passes.
• Adjustments to appliances may cause temporary
  pain or discomfort.The appliances may initially
  irritate the lips, teeth or tongue, but the
  orthodontist will adjust them to minimise any
  discomfort.

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What problems could make orthodontic treatment
for adults more difficult?

• Periodontal Disease
• Adults may suffer from periodontal disease, which
  is a deterioration of the gums and underlying
  bone.
• Periodontal treatment will be necessary before
  the orthodontic treatment can start.
• Tooth decay
• All dental decay should be treated before
  orthodontic treatment starts.
• It is less comfortable to have dental treatment
  after braces have been fitted.
• Abnormal jaw relationships
• The growth of the jaws has been completed in
  adults, and so this treatment is not always
  possible.
• In children, the ongoing growth of the jaw can be
  directed to correct the abnormalities that are
  present.
• Worn down or broken teeth
• These must be built up or restored before
  orthodontic treatment can start.
• Lack of commitment
• Adult patients may find it hard to commit to long
  term treatment, especially to wearing braces for
  long periods.

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Shady Side Orthodontics Philadelphia

• If you are looking for Orthodontist treatment,
  then you are at right place. Shady Side
  Orthodontics offers orthodontic treatment for
  Philadelphia.

626 Snyder Ave,Philadelphia,19148 267-940-0300 htt
ps//www.shadysideorthodontics.com
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