Review Article

Year : 2017 | Volume : 8 | Issue : 2 | Page : 57-59

“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

Abstract:

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.

Correspondence Address:

Abhimanyu Rohmetra

Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics, Saraswati Dental College, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Source of Support: 

None 

Conflict of Interest: 

None

DOI: 10.4103/ijor.ijor_40_16

How to cite this article: Jaiswal A, Tandon R, Singh K, Rohmetra A. “I don't look good” unexplored parameter of orthodontic treatment. Int J Orthod Rehabil 2017;8:57-9.