Year : 2020

Volume : Volume 11

Issue : Issue 3s

Address for correspondence :
Dr. Khyati Mahida.
mahidakhyati89@hmail.com

Abstract

Background:  The malocclusion indices have been used routinely by researchers to gather data regarding the prevalence of orthodontic treatment needs and trait. The scoring methods of malocclusal indices can be used to generate data regarding the actual load of the malocclusion which can be used for resource and fund allocation and identify the actual orthodontic treatment needs. This article will provide an insight to the various orthodontic indices and its specific indications.

Keywords: Index of Orthodontic Treatment Need, orthodontic treatment need, subjective orthodontic need.