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Iatrogenics in Orthodontics and its challenges.
Gustavo Mattos Barreto1, Henrique Oliveira Feitosa2
1MSc in Orthodontics and Facial Orthopedics, Universidade de São Paulo, Araraquara, Brazil. Diplomate, Brazilian Board of Orthodontics and Facial Orthopedics.
Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics
|December 1, 2016
Summary
Orthodontic treatment can lead to iatrogenic issues like root resorption. This study explores causes and offers an efficient approach for managing complex cases of orthodontic iatrogenics.
Area of Science:
- Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Iatrogenic complications
Background:
- Orthodontics has advanced significantly, yet iatrogenic problems (e.g., root resorption, midline discrepancies) are increasingly common in treated patients.
- The rise in iatrogenic issues prompts critical questions regarding their causes, the role of dental training, and legal considerations for managing affected patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze and discuss key aspects for understanding patients with iatrogenic problems resulting from orthodontic treatment.
- To describe a simple and efficient therapeutic approach for managing complex cases of orthodontic iatrogenics.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and clinical case analysis focusing on iatrogenic complications in orthodontics.
- Development of a systematic approach for diagnosing and treating patients with post-orthodontic iatrogenic issues.
Main Results:
- Identified common iatrogenic problems include root resorptions, occlusal plane changes, midline discrepancies, and asymmetries.
- Highlighted the need for proper training and ethical considerations in managing patients with iatrogenic complications.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the causes and prevalence of orthodontic iatrogenics is crucial for improving treatment quality.
- A structured and efficient approach is necessary for the successful management of complex cases involving iatrogenic problems in orthodontics.
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