Orthodontic Scars

The science of orthodontics brings with it, its own risks and complications, scars being one of the most common. The benefits of orthodontic treatment are numerous and in most cases, the benefits outweigh the possible disadvantages. Orthodontic treatment can play an important role in enhancing esthetics, function, and self-esteem in patients. The potential complications are easily avoidable by undertaking certain precautions and timely interventions by both the orthodontist and the patient. The orthodontist must ensure that the patient is aware of the associated risks and stress the importance of the patient¿s role in preventing these untoward outcomes. This book enumerates the various possible orthodontic scars with a detailed description of the scars related to orthodontic treatment.