Orthodontics
Orthodontic clinical diagnosis
Diagnosis is a word that comes from Greek and means diagnosis through knowledge. It is the part of medicine that deals with the determination of disease by its signs and symptoms. The diagnosis in orthodontics, as in any other medical specialty, is the main element to establish and clarify the goals of treatment, a diagnosis indicating treatment for a condition. Knowing and recognizing the etiology of the problems that arise and define the relationship between skeletal problems, dental, facial and functional, play a fundamental role in specifying the individual characteristics and consider a priority in the treatment plan. At the end of orthodontic treatment essential precepts are to be attained: functionality, stability, periodontal health, joint health and aesthetics. For the preparation of a proper diagnosis is needed in orthodontics:
• Complete general medical history with all its elements:
- Identification sheet
- Background heredofamiliares
- nonpathological personal history
- medical history
- Interrogation of devices and systems
- current condition
• Exploration and extra-and intraoral routine each time the patient is in the query.
• Assessment and analysis of diagnostic aids in orthodontics:
- Clinical photographs or facial Extraoral
- Intraoral Clinical photographs
- X-rays
- Study Models
- Mounting on the articulator and manufacture of deprogramming splints or neuromuscular relaxation. Read the rest of this entry »
Master in Orthodontics
Professional Development , school-based courses but with centers A Coruña in Spain has a master’s in orthodontics that is available in La Coruña, Madrid (Paseo de la Castellana, Alcalá de Henares, Alcorcón), Orense, Vigo, Alicante and Barcelona .
The master, is aimed at students who wish to specialize in the world of orthodontics . The course focuses especially on Mechanical and System Straightwire Damon (orthodontic technique and philosophy of higher global growth in recent years).
It is also divided into seven modules, both theoretical and practical tests are exercised patients really.
The Masters is one of the most complete as it not only teaches the methodology and types of braces but also allows students to become themselves who develop a diagnosis in each case to be treated.
This will be taught by master Dentistry Dr. Alfredo Nappa Aldabalde assisted by a team of clinicians. Dr. Alfredo Nappa is an experienced teacher who teaches courses since 1985 in most Spanish speaking countries.
Among the positions held by Dr. Nappa and prestige guarantee we highlight the following:
- Chairman of Sectional Orthodontic Dental Association Uruguay between 1987 and 1992.
- Uruguay Current president of the Iberoamerican Association of Orthodontists.
- Member of Academic Council and teaching career specialization in orthodontics.
- Demonstrator “Champion” of the company in the Technical ORMCO Damon.
Orthodontics is Also for Adults

The demand for adult orthodontics has increased in recent years to improve the aesthetic and dental health. Until recently it was customary that orthodontics was used in adolescence.
The bad position most likely to cause tooth decay because food is more easily retained and more difficult to have good dental hygiene. Also, if a denture fits poorly can cause headaches for dental derangement.
With age, teeth tend to collect more, leading to crowding of the pieces. Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry which is responsible for correcting the position of the teeth, bone or problems in a way to fit the bite.
Have a Perfect Smile

To maintain fresh breath and nice, it is best that we also brush your tongue. A refreshing mouthwash based on menthol would be the final method more effective in combating bad breath.
And, of course, it is recommended that at least once a year go to the dentist. He is the only one who can prevent decay and other problems related to teeth and gum health.
The lip care
The skin covering the lips is very thin, and therefore very sensitive. The skin should be carefully preserved, nourished and hydrated with a specific type of balm, especially in the cold months, and if we live in dry climates and at high risk from environmental pollution. It would be nice to occasionally perform the test a small lip exfoliation to remove dead skin, giving a low health.
Orthodontics
It is not simply a matter of aesthetics, since the teeth are essential for good chewing. A bad placement of the teeth can prevent this function that the teeth do with food before digestion. Orthodontics can prevent future dental problems because teeth correctly placed in the mouth, which makes cleaning the teeth, and therefore the elimination of dental plaque, preventing tooth decay.
Usually what is functional has to do with aesthetics, whereas the reverse is not true. For reasons of quality of life and other social, we can understand the interest in having perfect teeth.