title: A discerning approach to simple aesthetic orthodontics.
abstract: There is currently considerable interest from general dental practitioners (GDPs) in the use of simple orthodontics to treat adult malocclusions. There is controversy in this, particularly in relation to 'quick fixes', simple orthodontics and 'straight teeth in six months' as opposed to more conventional treatment where the whole malocclusion is treated. This article will present a case for the use of simple aesthetic adult orthodontics in a measured and planned way. It will discuss the processes, planning and the importance of consent. It will also highlight how digital technology is used to preview, consent and execute an aesthetic result. Many of the recent systems emerging, have been as a result of the demand and supply of cosmetic dentistry. This, to a degree, has not helped since the implication of a 'quick-fix' is associated with this field. There has also been discussion on what the limits of GDP orthodontics should be. There is variability in how GDPs approach orthodontics, their experience, skill and ability to treat to an acceptable standard. Short courses may be one way of delivering orthodontic training but some of these courses are not regulated and the amount of internal mentoring is variable. This article highlights some of the systems in use, and potential upsides and downsides of this approach.
authors: Consultant /Hon Senior Lecturer Eastman Dental Hospital/Institute, Orthodontic Unit, Division of Craniofacial &Development Sciences, Eastman Dental Hospital/Institute, 256 Grey's Inn Road, London, WC1X 8LD;
authors: J H
authors: JH
authors: Noar
authors: Post CCST Trainee, Eastman Dental Hospital and Ashford and St Peters Hospitals.
authors: S
authors: S
authors: Sharma
authors: The Roberts-Harry Dental Clinic, East Parade, Harrogate, HG1 5LB.
authors: D
authors: D
authors: Roberts-Harry
authors: Intelligent Alignment Systems, 178 Blackfen Road, Sidcup, Kent, DA15 8PT.
authors: T
authors: T
authors: Qureshi
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D003729:Dental Care / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards; D004955:Esthetics, Dental; D006801:Humans; D008310:Malocclusion / Q000628:therapy; D024343:Open Bite / Q000628:therapy; D009967:Orthodontic Appliances; D009970:Orthodontics / Q000379:methods* / Q000592:standards; D013997:Time Factors