Law allows dentists to carry out orthodontic treatment


PETALING JAYA: Any general dentist can carry out orthodontic treatment as it is allowed under the Dental Act, according to the Malaysian Orthodontic Practi­tio­ners’ Association.

“Orthodontic treatment is within the scope of practice of a general dental practitioner,” said its president Dr Kathiravan Purmal.

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