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ceptable and favored by the Japanese on the basis of
facial esthetics.
Showing a video of the lateral cephalometric superimposition
of the jaw movement (clockwise or counterclockwise)
instead of a superimposition tracing will
make patients aware of the importance of the application
of high-pull headgear for successful results.
Also, the discrepancy (dental crowding) between the
available space and the total teeth widths, which will
inevitably result in the flaring of the anterior teeth or
lip protrusion, can be visually understood. The fear of
both tooth extraction and the application of high-pull
headgear can be avoided with good explanation and
illustration.
Fig. 8
The most effective way to explain good treatment is to
show the simulation of improving the facial profile via
the computer predicted personal image profile picture.
The computer predicted facial image can provide a
clear and imaginable picture of a patient’s prognosis.
Therefore the computer images help the patient make
a proper decision. Fig 8,9
Orthodontic illustration movies/videos are some of
the best ways to heighten the understanding of Tweed
Merrifield orthodontics and gain acceptance for Tweed
Merrifield orthodontic treatment. Fig 10
CONCLUSION
In addition to traditional photographs and cephalometric
analyses, digital simulations can play an important
role in enabling patients to better understand Tweed
Merrifield treatment. Tweed Merrifield techniques and
the primary goal of pleasing facial esthetics are worth
promoting and sharing with a global orthodontic audience.
It is our turn to “shine”!
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