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| Year : 2017 | Volume
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| Issue : 2 | Page : 57-59 |
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“I don't look good” unexplored parameter of orthodontic treatment
Ankita Jaiswal, Ragni Tandon, Kamlesh Singh, Abhimanyu Rohmetra
Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Saraswati Dental College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
Correspondence Address:
Abhimanyu Rohmetra
Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Saraswati Dental College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
India
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DOI: 10.4103/ijor.ijor_40_16
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Body image plays a significant role for patients seeking orthodontic treatment. But sometimes, some patients are preoccupied with a perceived defect in his or her physical features (body image) and are excessively concerned about it. They focus on physical defects that are unnoticeable by others and are suffering from a psychological (somatoform) disorder known as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). Therefore, aware of the condition by orthodontists is essential as these are cases either with no deformity or is a most unsatisfied group. This article focuses on the identification of BDD, its etiology, symptoms, role in orthodontics and management. |
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