Dentofacial orthopedics is a process that is used to control the growth of a patient’s dental bone structure and to repair any noticeable imbalances that occur in the face and/or jaws. Mainly aimed at children, the treatment involves a two-part procedure that begins around the time a child is about seven years of age.For the first part of the treatment, your orthodontist will examine the … [Read more...]
What Is Dentofacial Orthopedics?
What Is Dentofacial Orthopedics?Dentofacial orthopedics is one of the many areas that a dentist can specialize in. This is a dental specialty that involves treating any imbalances of the jaws and teeth. The goal of dentofacial orthopedics is to guide facial development and growth so that the teeth line up normally.A small percentage of dentists choose to specialize in orthodontics and … [Read more...]
