LINGUAL ORTHODONTICS

Download or read book LINGUAL ORTHODONTICS written by DR. SUMIT KALSI and published by DENTOMED PUBLICATION HOUSE. This book was released on 2020-06-01 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lingual orthodontics can correct most orthodontics problem that can be treated by conventional labial technique include malposition of teeth, anteroposterior discrepancies and pre-prosthetic surgical cases. This system consists of specially designed brackets which is suitable to be placed in the lingual surface of the tooth. The adult patients segment has higher resistance in committing to orthodontic treatments as opposed to younger patients. With the increasing number of adult patients in orthodontic practices, the lingual orthodontic treatment has become a treatment of choice due to its aesthetic appeal for most adults. As the numbers of adult patients who seeking orthodontic treatment are increasing rapidly, the demand of aesthetic orthodontics has been increased, many appliances have been introduced to the market. The ultimate of which are appliances bonded to the lingual surfaces of the teeth.