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This document outlines the changing goals of orthodontic treatment over time. It discusses how early orthodontics focused on correcting irregular teeth but modern treatment aims to improve soft tissue esthetics. It also summarizes research showing malocclusion is highly prevalent, with over 1/3 of adults having misaligned lower incisors. Factors like modern softer diets and reduced jaw size may contribute to the high rates. Finally, it notes orthodontic treatment is sought both to improve psychosocial issue

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john suryavardhan

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