Dentofacial Orthopedics in Greensboro, NC

You may have noticed that Dr. Trentini specializes in “orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.” Most people have heard of orthodontics, but many are confused by the dentofacial orthopedics part.



“Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics” is another one of the nine specialties. Essentially, orthodontics entails the management of tooth movement, while dentofacial orthopedics involves the guidance of facial growth and development, which occurs largely during childhood.

Appliances are frequently used: the more familiar braces for orthodontics, and other specialized appliances such as headgear and expanders depending on what facial abnormalities are present. Sometimes, orthopedic treatment may precede conventional braces, but often the two are used at the same time. So if your child gets braces and headgear, he or she is actually undergoing orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics.

Being skilled in both areas, Dr. Trentini is able to diagnose any misalignments in the teeth and jaw as well as the facial structure, and can devise a treatment plan that integrates both orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic treatments.

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