A complete set of orthodontic records is required prior to diagnosis and treatment of a patient. This consists of the following:
- Lateral Cephalometric Radiograph
- Panoramic Radiograph
- Study Models (properly trimmed and polished)
- Photographs:
a. Intraoral: center, right and left buccal (cuspid to 1st molar) shots, maxillary and mandibular occlusal shots
b. Extraoral: Frontal (lips at rest), Frontal (full smile), and profile (Right and left) facial photos against a white background
b. Extraoral: Frontal (lips at rest), Frontal (full smile), and profile (Right and left) facial photos against a white background
Additional radiographs such as the following may be required as necessary:
1. Occlusal Radiograph
2. Postero-Anterior Cephalometric Radiograph
3. Peri-apical x-rays
4. TMJ radiographs, etc.
Progress records may be taken at any time during treatment and final records are taken at the end of treatment for purposes of case documentation.