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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. However, it carries with it the risks of enamel demineralization, tissue damage, root resorption, open gingival embrasures in the form of triangular spaces, allergic reactions to nickel, and treatment failure in the form of relapse. These 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. The decision whether to proceed with the orthodontic treatment is essentially a risk-benefit analysis, where the perceived benefits of commencing treatment outweigh the potential risks. This article provides an overview of the iatrogenic possibilities of orthodontic treatment and the role of the patient as well as the orthodontist in preventing the associated risks.
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O Dr Amanpreet Singh Natt fez o seu mestrado em Ortodontia e Ortopedia Dentofacial no ano de 2012 no KDDC, Mathura (UP). Apresentou muitos artigos e posters em diferentes conferências. Tem muitas publicações em diferentes revistas nacionais e internacionais. Actualmente, trabalha como Professor Associado na Universidade de Adesh, Bathinda, Índia.
