title: Indications for orthodontic-prosthodontic collaboration in dental treatment.
abstract: In dental practice, combined plans of orthodontic and prosthodontic treatment are underused. Indications for a collaborative effort include preservation of integrity of the dental arch, biomechanical factors, limitations in design of prostheses, esthetic appearance, periodontal considerations, prevention of malocclusion, and better retention of position of teeth.
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D002648:Child; D003190:Comprehensive Dental Care; D003724:Dental Arch / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D003779:Denture Design; D003778:Dentures; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000628:therapy; D008875:Middle Aged; D009065:Mouth Rehabilitation / Q000379:methods*; D009971:Orthodontics, Corrective; D010347:Patient Care Planning; D010519:Periodontium / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D014087:Tooth Movement Techniques