50H-2017. Resolved, that for the health and well-being of the public, the
American Dental Association believes that supervision by a licensed dentist is
necessary for all phases of orthodontic treatment including:
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oral examination
periodontal examination
radiographic examination
study models or scans of the mouth
treatment planning and prescriptions
periodic progress assessments and
final assessment with stabilizing measures

and be it further
Resolved, that the ADA strongly discourages the practice of do-it-yourself
orthodontics because of the potential for harm to patients.