Orthodontics
Orthodontics
Consultants:
Mr S Chadwick; Mr C Melrose
Orthodontics is primarily concerned with cranio-facial growth and
development, as well as the processes that affect it such as
congenital malformations or acquired malformations resulting from
disease or trauma. Although primarily a speciality treating
children at the time of circum-pubertal growth spurt, a range of
treatments are now carried out for adults. Orthodontics treat new
born babies with cleft lips and palates and also those with
respiratory problems. The service also provides:-
- Treatment of severe dento-facial handicapping malocclusion
- Inter-disciplinary treatments with oral surgery and restorative
consultant disciplines