By Orthodontics Editor, on June 12th, 2009
Is there any way I can get some sort of reimbursement for getting braces since they are sooooooo expensive. The dependant-only rule is pure BS if you ask me, everyone should get assistane, not just kids.
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 11th, 2009
Here in UK -
5 years minimum at dental school. Then a further 2 years doing general professional training. (1 year practice, 6 months community and 6 months hospital). After that you need a further 2-3 years to do SpR training. You can then apply for your CSST and call yourself a consultant. If you simply wish to be a specialist practitioner, you can do that straight away although you should really do a lot of courses before then.
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 10th, 2009
This question is worth 10 points. =)
I went to an orthodontist’s office (getting Invisalign clear braces). They took impressions using some plastic trays (one was too big and they used another smaller set). They also took pictures of inside of my mouth. To help with the pictures, they used several pieces of plastic tools. One in particular is used to keep your tongue down or out of the way when taking pictures (looks like a small plastic spatula), another set of two is used to stretch the mouth (goes inside the mouth and has handles that stay outside to pull). They also used a mirror (put inside the mouth) 3″X4″ to take pictures, etc.
Q: How are all these plastic tools and the mirror sterilized? I am sure the mirror isn’t for one time use only.
Q: How about the rest of the plastic pieces? Are they reusable?
Q: Aren’t the technicians suppose to wear gloves when conducting this work?
Thank you very much for your time and answers.
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 7th, 2009
im about to schedule a appointment
also i was wondering if my insurance doesnt cover for invisalign will it cover for regular braces
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 7th, 2009
DOES USF IN TAMPA, FL HAVE A ORTHODONTISTRY SCHOOL?
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 7th, 2009
needing to know if they pay any percentage of braces for my girl…
thanks
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 4th, 2009
Most health insurance plans do not cover orthodontia, but some dental plans do. The amount of the benefit varies greatly from plan to plan.
Your best bet is to speak to human resources or your benefits coordinator and see what your school system offers.
Good luck!
By Orthodontics Editor, on June 1st, 2009
The forms we fill out usually let you fill in 2 plans. What kinds of things do I need to look for in a second plan, and does anyone have first-hand knowledge in the limitations of doing this? I’d appreciate hearing any opinions on this or other ways to try and save money on my two kids’ orthodontic work. Thanks.
By Orthodontics Editor, on May 27th, 2009
If I go to a Manhattan ortho vs. a Brooklyn ortho or a Premier provider vs. non-Premier, is there a difference in cost?
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Orthodontics Defined 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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