EXAMS REQUIRED FOR DENTAL BRACES
What exams are necessary for the placement of a dental appliance in an orthodontic evaluation consultation?
The exams required for dental braces is an evaluation consultationin order to place an orthodontic appliance. In turn, the consultation consists of collecting dental records. So, the Orthodontist can prepare a diagnosis of the patient’s condition and the treatment plan.
Therefore, in this first evaluation appointment typically include:
- Radiographic examination: this is usually the first examination to be performed. Thus, this exam is performed by the orthodontist’s assistant, where 2 radiographs are taken. Therefore, an orthopantomograph (typical radiography routinely taken of any patient at the Arriaga Clinic). And, a teleradiography (this one is more specific for orthodontics). Which among many things allows Orthodontics to identify the position of the teeth and bone structures).
- Clinical examination: In conclusion, it is the examination performed through the orthodontist’s eyes.
- Photographic examination: Therefore, some photographs are taken of both the teeth and the face of the patient. This is done to evaluate the teeth-face set and as a way to assess the evolution of the orthodontic treatment.
- Impressions for study models: A small metal carrier is used that goes into the mouth with a material with a creamy consistency that becomes solid after 1 to 3 minutes. However, this material allows you to make a key of the patient’s teeth so that the orthodontist can draw up a treatment plan. And, if necessary, it allows the prosthodontist to make some types of appliances.
In brief, these assessments provide valuable information to the orthodontist, enabling them to diagnose orthodontic issues accurately and recommend the most appropriate treatment options for each patient.
