Orthodntic treatment

Question 1

when should digit sucking habit be stopped and why

Answer 1

• The age of 8-10 as root development still underway so chances of spontanious repositioning still higher
• this can correct an AOB

Question 2

when treat a diastema

Answer 2

at the age of 12, having a diastema <2.5mm should close spontaniously

Question 3

treatment options for impacted 6s

Answer 3

• <7 yo = wait 6/12 months as 90% self correct
• orthodontic seperator
• extract e
• distalise 6

Question 5

how treat a skeltal issue in ortho in the long run