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Systematic Assessment of Mammalian Skull Specimens for Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology
Published on: August 22, 2022
[Early recognition of orthodontic problems by the general dentist during oral examination: signs which should attract
1Chef de clinique adjoint, Cliniques universitaires d'Anvers, Service de Médecine Dentaire Spécialisée Edegem. luc.bensch@uza.be
Abstract:
The last decennia more and more patients are aware of the advantages of a good dental health. Dental minded parents in their children visit the dentist (general practitioner, GP) on a regular basis for a routine check up. During this check up, signs of possible future orthodontic problems can be encountered by the GP. In this article guidelines are handed to the GP by means of a flow chart which can be used at the end of the dental examination. Anterior/posterior relation, cross-bites, deep and open bite, habits and crowding shall be briefly discussed. Heaving knowledge of these, the GP can decide referring the patient to the orthodontist for further orthodontic evaluation.
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