Orthodontics and its interactions with other dental disciplines Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Preservation or alteration of the natural dentition to an optimal state of health, function, comfort, and esthetics remains the primary goal of dentistry. However, referral of patients by general dentists to orthodontic specialists may be complex as it involves the interaction of the two dental professionals and the patient. Because there is a marked variation in referral rates between the dentists and many patients may be referred ...