Orthodontic treatment is not just about lining up your teeth beautifully!?

What is a really good orthodontic treatment?

-Teeth that need orthodontic treatment and the difficulties involved-

There are many reasons why patients want orthodontic treatment.

• To improve the appearance of their teeth

• To reduce the risk of tooth decay

• To have healthy teeth that last longer.　

These are some of the reasons.

There are also various types of malocclusions (abnormal occlusions) that require orthodontic treatment.

The difficulty of the treatment also varies from case to case.

The necessity and difficulty of orthodontic treatment have been much discussed in the United Kingdom and other European countries. One reason for this is the insurance coverage of orthodontic treatment. In the United Kingdom and several European countries, orthodontic treatment can be free or covered by insurance depending on the condition of the teeth.

In Japan today, orthodontic treatment is covered by insurance for congenital diseases and jaw deformities that require surgery (large jaw distortion and severe sockets / protruding teeth), but in general, medical treatment is at your own expense. increase.

So how do you determine the need and difficulty of orthodontic treatment?

In the United Kingdom, since 1989, the condition of dentition has been scored and evaluated based on an index called "Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need (IOTN)" to determine whether or not insurance treatment is indicated. Although this index includes aesthetics and health (functionality), it is rather aesthetically important.

However, many people think that orthodontic treatment is necessary from a professional standpoint, even if the teeth are aligned at first glance. This applies not only overseas but also in Japan.

In other words, it is very important to evaluate not only the aesthetic aspect but also the functional aspect in order to make a diagnosis and treatment plan.

Therefore, it is essential to have a thorough examination before treatment. From this point of view, mouthpiece orthodontic treatment, which can be easily done by just taking photos and taking molds, and which is often seen on social media these days, may need to be carefully considered.

Unfortunately, even in Japan, really good orthodontic treatment is still unknown.

So how do you know exactly about your dentition and bite?

It is best to visit the dentist once and have the dentist check the dentition.

Many dental clinics offer orthodontic treatment consultations.

Some tests are needed to actually proceed with orthodontic treatment.

If the dentition is complex, I want to start treatment as soon as possible! You may think that, but in order to get proper treatment, do not rush to take the pre-treatment test.

We recommend that you make a treatment plan based on detailed examination and analysis, and consult and treat at a dental clinic that provides detailed and detailed explanations.

“IOS” will provide the correct knowledge and accurate information on orthodontic treatment to a wide range of people, from the general public to dentists, based on international evidence.

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References：

1.The development of an index of orthodontic treatment priority. European Journal of Orthodontics, Volume 11, Issue 3, August 1989, 309–320.

2.The Development of the Index of Complexity, Outcome and Need. Journal of Orthodontics. Volume 27, 2000, 149-162.

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