[Problems of professional responsibility in orthodontic practice in the public sector]. / Problematiche di responsabilità professionale nell'esercizio dell'ortodonzia in ambito civile.

ABSTRACT

Characteristics aspects of orthodontics profession are emphasized. Problems about patient consent for treatment, his information and operator obligation to attend to treatment goals on particularly considered. Orthodontist behaviour errors causing a damage to the patient during diagnosis, treatment planning, orthodontic appliance planning and/or carrying out and therapy execution are analysed. Biologic factors having a significant influence on treatment effects are illustrated. Damages possibility even after long time from therapy are evaluated.