Malocclusion and Orthodontics

Other Places To Get Help

Online Resource

Orthodontics Online
American Association of Orthodontists
Web Address:	http://www.braces.org
This Web site offers answers to frequently asked questions about orthodontics, information about financing dental care, a glossary of orthodontic terms, and links to other orthodontic Web sites. It also has before and after photos of people who have had braces.

Organizations

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
211 East Chicago Avenue
Suite 1700
Chicago, IL  60611-2663
Phone:	(312) 337-2169
Fax:	(312) 337-6329
Web Address:	www.aapd.org
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is the membership organization representing the specialty of pediatric dentistry. The AAPD provides public information about child and adolescent dental care.
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
9700 West Bryn Mawr Avenue
Rosemont, IL  60018-5701
Phone:	1-800-822-6637 (847) 678-6200
Fax:	(847) 678-6286
Web Address:	www.aaoms.org
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is an organization of dental surgeons who promote quality patient care and education. The AAOMS provides public and patient information on dental surgery and dental problems.
American Dental Association
211 East Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL  60611-2678
Phone:	(312) 440-2500
Web Address:	www.ada.org
The American Dental Association (ADA), the professional membership organization of practicing dentists, provides information about oral health care for children and adults. The ADA can also help you find a dentist in your area.

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Author:	Debby Golonka, MPH	Last Updated: February 5, 2007
Medical Review:	Martin Gabica, MD - Family Medicine William F. Hohlt, DDS - Orthodontics
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