Journal de pathologie dentaire et de médecine

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Pediatric and orthodontic interface

Abdulhakim Alyafei                                            

Skeletal and dental arch anomalies which need early intervention among children usually are detected by pediatric dentist or general practitioner. Therefore, they have to be familiar with case specification to help for writing correct referral and parent’s communication. Skeletal and dental arch anomalies require intervention at an early age, which help in avoiding later surgical procedure and it improves the function of the oral cavity and the facial profile. Etiology whether inherited or habits and could be airways obstruction. Those facts create different types of malocclusion. The presentation would demonstrate cases and their treatment plans, supported with updated literature reviews. The following points will be provided; Diagnosis of dental arch anomaly among children; Proper time for intervention; Prevention the complication of arch anomaly; Distinguish between the early need intervention and normal time for orthodontic treatment and different procedures for early orthodontic treatment