Özet:

Advances and progress in medical care, higher level of well-being, increased life span with previously untreatable diseases led to high demand in elective dental and medical treatment. Dental practitioners are seeing more and more of these patients for routine care. A growing number of cases with serious medical disorder and medication regimen are seeking orthodontic treatment. An orthodontist should acknowledge numerous medical problems and their effect on treatment methods and modify the treatment protocol accordingly. In most of these conditions, Orthodontic treatment is not contraindicated unless it is uncontrolled. Consent prior to treatment, building good cooperation with the patient and regular monitoring of treatment progression are required to reduce physical impairment and enhance treatment results. Guidelines for orthodontic evaluation and treatment of individuals with several different medical diagnoses should be provided. Dental care is an important part of health maintenance for these patients.

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