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What Are Some Great Dental Schools Around The World? Orthodontics Specifically?

By Orthodontics Editor, on September 9th, 2009

I’m 15 and just looking for options out there
I hope to become an orthodontist
I live in Albuquerque NM and I don’t have any plans on staying here for school it would be very very helpful if you could leave the Universities Link so I can check it out!
Some colleges I had in mind were Boston U, New York U, and USC
what are some others you know of I was looking for some in the UK but any would help

What Are Some Universities With Dental Schools? Specifically Orthodontics?

By Orthodontics Editor, on September 4th, 2009

Lack Of Dental Hygienist Benefits?

By Orthodontics Editor, on August 18th, 2009

I am starting to take the steps to educate myself to become a dental hygienist. As I was reading some answers to various DH posts I noticed one that mentioned the lack of benefits dent. hyg. have. For the most part I am so intrigued by the field of dentistry and orthodontics as I have had this feeling for years but it did make me think for a split second. They mentioned not having sick time, insurance, retirement, etc..to have a good support system if kids are sick..I mean right now that doesn’t worry me so much as I am in my 20s and don’t have kids. I wonder does it just depend on the dentist you find to work for? Seems that was the only post I saw mention it..
On a side note- I love orthodontics! Are dental hygienists trained to be able to work in those specialty offices or is it only dental offices? Do most orthos only hire dental assistants and not hygienists?
Thanks )

Is Orthodontics A Hard Subject? What About Dental?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 26th, 2009

I want to become an orthodontist Im a sophomore in High School. I’m just wondering if it’s right for me though? Is it a hard subject is it a boring job?
what are pros and cons of orthodontics

Where Can I Found A Best Dental School In Usa?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 21st, 2009

I am looking Specialties in
orthodontics,periodontics and endodontics.

What “dental Service” Removes Wisdom Teeth?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 20th, 2009

I am looking to buy insurance and I need my wisdom teeth out. What is that called?? I want to get insurance that will pay pretty well for that service, but I do not know what “type” of service that is.
There is Endodontics, Periodontics, Orthodontics (don’ think it is that one)…
Some Insurance plans pay more for 1 type than another, so which “kind” of dental work is that? Thanks

My Brother Is Getting Invisalign And He Has 2 Dental Insurances. Can He Use Both For The Discount?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 18th, 2009

I called customer service of the orthodontics and they didnt know. they said to ask on the next visit but that would be payment. Please Answer.

Orthodontics And Dental Questions?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 17th, 2009

Hi all..Okay first off..about a year or so ago, I went to the dentist to get an exam and xrays..i needed cavities filled as well asl ike 2 root canels..At that time, I had NO money and no insurance. Now, I changed dentists, i have very LITTLE $$ and very LITTLE insurance. This new dentist wants even more cavities and well as a ton more root canals. I wouldn’t think my mouth would have gotten that worse in only a year. I am really wanting braces also.
If I visit an orthodontist, would he be able to tell me exactly what I need done in order to have braces put on? I’m thinking the 2nd dentist i went to, is only in it for the $$, so maybe the orthodontist can tell me how it is and what i need done..any info would be great! thanks guys!

Can Anyone Tell Me Anything About Dental Plus ?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 16th, 2009

My daughter needs braces. Our insurance does not cover this service. I read today that there is a program that costs about $20 a month and covers up to 50% of the cost of orthodontics. There are several participating orthos in my area. Has anyone else used this ? I am always leary of stuff like this, but braces are so expensive I’m looking at all my options.

Will Invisilign Be Able To Treat Asymmetry And Create Space For A Dental Implant?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 16th, 2009

I had braces for the first several years of high school. For whatever reason, neither of my canine teeth descended and were impacted in the bone. X-Rays revealed that one of these was in too awkward of a position to brought down down. The result was that my orthodontist was able to pull down one canine and I was left with the decision of whether to close the gap with the teeth I had or get a dental implant. Since at the time I wanted to get my braces off as soon as possible, I decided to just close the gap (I really shouldn’t have even been left with the decision at my age).
Since then, my teeth have shifted considerably. I now have slight crowding on the bottom, a bit of an angle across my entire top row of teeth, a shifted middle line on the top row, and a gap in the middle on top. I believe that all of this was caused by the asymmetry that I was left with at the end of my treatment. This resulted despite me wearing my retainers past the recommended time.
So my question is will Invisalign work for my needs and will I be able to wear the system while going through the process of getting a dental implant?
Here is a picture of my teeth. My teeth aren’t absolutely horrible but they’re bad enough for me to be self-conscious about them. Although it may look like I have canines on both sides of my mouth, the tooth on my right side (left in the picture) is actually my first premolar. Also, I’m 23.

http://i274.photobucket.com/albums/jj256/Sperrynetter/teeth.jpg

Orthodontics may be the specialty of dentistry that's concerned using the study and treatment of malocclusion (improper bites), which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. Orthodontic therapy can focus on dental displacement only, or can deal using the control and modification of facial growth. In the latter case it is better defined as "dentofacial orthopedics". Orthodontic therapy can be carried out for purely aesthetic reasons with regards to improving the general appearance of patients' teeth. Nevertheless, you will find orthodontists who work on reconstructing the whole face rather than focusing exclusively on teeth. Therapy is also frequently prescribed for practical reasons for example providing the patient having a functionally improved bite (occlusion).

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