Orthodontic exam

An orthodontist is a doctor who treats occlusal pathologies and deals with the prevention of dental anomalies.

When and who should visit an orthodontist?

Parents should know that the first visit to the doctor should take place at the age of about 3 years, when all the baby teeth came out (20 teeth). The next visit should take place at the age of 6-7 years, when the replacement of deciduous teeth with permanent ones begins. It is during these 2 periods that it is important to notice pathological changes in the bite of the child.

Adults should consult an orthodontist when they are concerned about crowded teeth, non-closure, uneven load on the jaws, constant chipping and abrasion of the same teeth.

How does an orthodontist consult?

• The doctor conducts a general examination and asks a number of questions to the patient.
• Next, a photo protocol is performed to show the patient the condition of their teeth and jaws.
• The doctor prescribes a CT scan and / or a panoramic image to comprehensively assess the condition of the jaws and the position of the dentition.
• Then the doctor announces possible options for correcting the bite: braces, aligners etc.
• The doctor may also recommend visiting other specialists before starting the treatment: orthopedist, gnathologist, periodontist, etc.

The Astra Dent network in Kyiv employs a professional team of orthodontists who systematically approach the patient’s problems in order to achieve maximum results and preserve them.