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[Preventive orthodontics].

¹Afdeling Orthodontie, School voor Tandheelkunde, Katholieke Universiteit, Leuven.

Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Tandheelkunde

|May 1, 1994

Summary

This article discusses orthodontic preventive and interceptive measures. Few environmental factors can be modified to prevent malocclusions, highlighting the limited scope for intervention.

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Area of Science:

Orthodontics
Dental Public Health

Context:

Malocclusions are common dental issues.
Preventive and interceptive orthodontic strategies are crucial.

Purpose:

To discuss orthodontic preventive and interceptive measures.
To identify modifiable environmental factors for malocclusion prevention.

Summary:

The article reviews orthodontic preventive and interceptive measures.
It highlights that the number of influential environmental factors for preventing malocclusions is limited.

Impact:

Informs clinicians and parents about the scope of orthodontic prevention.
Suggests a focus on known factors rather than extensive environmental manipulation.