The pediatric dental trauma patient: Interdisciplinary collaboration between the orthodontist and pediatric dentist

Oral trauma in children and adolescents remains a significant health issue that can benefit from an interdisciplinary approach between the orthodontist and the pediatric dentist. The purpose of this article is to review the opportunities for coordinated interdisciplinary care between the specialties of orthodontics and pediatric dentistry through a case example of oral trauma. In order to be successful, interdisciplinary care requires all parties involved to have clear communication on roles and expectations and the ability to resolve differences in treatment goals and values. When properly executed, interdisciplinary care between the dental specialties holds great potential to improve patient satisfaction and health outcomes.