Salvador Garcia Lopez
Biography
He obtained his BDS degree from the Metropolitan Autonomous University in Mexico City; he got a Certificate on Functional Appliances from Lund University in Sweden, a Master of Science in Orthodontics from King’s College, University of London, a PhD from the Metropolitan Autonomous University. He had a fellowship in orthodontics at the University of Washington, USA.; he is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, U.K. He was the former dean of dental school at the Metropolitan Autonomous University, head of the Orthodontic Department at the Intercontinental University, and the honorary professor at the General Hospital, Dr. Manuel Gea González, UNAM. He was President of the Orthodontic Society in Mexico City, he is member of the American Association of Orthodontists, British Orthodontic Society, European Orthodontic Society, World Federation of Orthodontics and the Mexican Association of Orthodontics, he has published 96 papers in different journals. He has a private practice in Mexico City
Research Interest
Master of Science in Orthodontics from King’s College, University of London
Abstract
Title: Preventive and Interceptive Orthodontics
The prevalence of malocclusions represents about 98% of the general population; anyone can have some degree of malocclusion, which is considered a public health problem. On the other hand, the prevalence of malocclusions during mixed dentition and the need for orthodontic treatment is about 47% of the population. Preventive and interceptive orthodontics aim to detect and treat developing orthodontic problems early, ensuring optimal oral health and proper tooth and jaw alignment that supports both aesthetics and function. Preventive orthodontics involves measures taken to maintain the normal development of the oral cavity, supporting a natural and healthy transition to permanent dentition. The actions include regular dental checkups, oral hygiene education, dietary counselling, and fluoride applications to prevent tooth decay and maintain oral health. Interceptive orthodontics is related to local factors, including supernumerary teeth, ectopic canines, anterior crossbites, posterior crossbites, oral habits, and orthopaedic treatment of Class II Division 1, Division 2 and Class III malocclusions, among others.
