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Orthodontics. Part 2: Patient assessment and examination I
1Orthodontic Department, Leeds Dental Institute, Clarendon Way, Leeds LS2 9LU. robertsharry@btinternet.com
Abstract:
The patient assessment forms the essential basis of orthodontic treatment. This is divided into an extra-oral and intra-oral examination. The extra-oral examination is carried out first as this can fundamentally influence the treatment options. The skeletal pattern, soft tissue form and the presence or absence of habits must all be taken into account.
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