Ortopedia dental in Cali, Colombia

Dental Orthopedics

Dental orthopedics focuses on guiding and correcting the development of the jaws and the relationship between the teeth and oral structures, particularly during the growth years. It may help improve bite problems and jaw development abnormalities.

When is dental orthopedics recommended?

It is mainly used in children and adolescents with jaw growth problems, crossbite, a retruded or prominent jaw, and other dentofacial developmental conditions. Treatment may involve different types of orthopedic appliances according to the patient's needs.

Who provides dental orthopedic treatment?

These treatments are provided by dentists with training in maxillary orthopedics and orthodontic specialists, who evaluate facial growth and jaw relationships to determine the appropriate treatment.

Dental Orthopedic Specialists

At MedicosDoc, you can find specialists in dental orthopedics with experience in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting growth, the jaws, and the bite.