title: Orthodontic seminar: a realistic approach minimizing the future problem.
abstract: The role of the family dentist in the utilization of preventive orthodontics to intercept potential problems in the areas of serial extractions, buccal cross-bites and thumb sucking habits is discussed.
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D005260:Female; D005386:Fingersucking / Q000517:prevention & control; D005792:General Practice, Dental; D006801:Humans; D007180:Incisor; D008297:Male; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D009968:Orthodontic Appliances, Removable; D009973:Orthodontics, Preventive; D012690:Serial Extraction