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Share My Experience: Orthognathic Surgery

Orthognathic Surgery Dr. Pimsiri Kanpittaya graduated with honors from the Faculty of

in Patient with Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University in 2009. She obtained her
Master of Science and higher graduate diploma in Orthodontics
Prosthetic Work from the same university in 2012 and 2013, respectively. She is

a diplomate of the Thai Board of Orthodontics since 2017. In terms
of academic achievements, she presented an E-poster at the 113th

ทพญ.ชลธิชา เปี่ยมการุญรัตน์ AAO Annual session: American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) อ. ทพญ.พิมพ์สิริ กันต์พิทยา
in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America in 2013.
She has been a full-time lecturer at Chulalongkorn University
since 2020, and has published articles nationally and internationally
during her time as a lecturer.

Education

• 2016 Certificate in “Orthodontic Orthognathic surgery is a combination of surgery Dr. Thanit Charoenrat received his DDS with second class honor
treatment in orthognathic surgery and orthodontic treatment in patients with skeletal from Faculty of Dentistry, Chulalongkorn University in 2009. In 2014,
patients”, Faculty of Dentistry, discrepancy. Treatment planning for these patients he also received his higher graduate diploma in clinical sciences
from Chulalongkorn University and he has been a Diplomate of
Chulalongkorn University Abstracts require a well-planned procedure, and also, the Thai Board of Orthodontics since 2016. His interest field are
• 2013 Diplomate, Thai Board of cooperation between orthodontist and oral surgeon orthognathic surgery, surgery first approach, and biomechanics.

Orthodoontics is very important. Furthermore, in the case with Dr. Thanit Charoenrat was a part time lecturer at Chulalongkorn
• 2008 Master of Dental Science multiple loss of permanent teeth who needs jaw University from 2009 to 2019. Since 2019, he has been a full-time
(Orthodontics), Khon Kaen University surgery, the workflow is challenging and interdisciplinary lecturer at Chulalongkorn University and a guest speaker locally. ผศ. ทพ.ธนิต เจริญรัตน์

• 2002 Master of Public Health, treatment is essential. This presentation will show several
Mahidol University examples of orthognathic surgery cases with limited teeth
• 2001 Doctor of Dental surgery, remain by surgical procedure before prosthetic rehabilitation Orthognathic surgery is a complex procedure that involves the surgical correction of skeletal and
Chulalongkorn University and vice versa. Treatment choices for these cases can be dental irregularities to improve a patient’s oral health, function, and aesthetics. With the advent
removable dentures or dental implants with different of digital technology, orthodontic treatment records can now be collected in digital form from
Current position treatment complexity according to the amount of Abstracts various sources such as x-ray films, dental CT digital images, and digital models. Digital tools and
software have significantly eased the workload and reduced the working time required for orthognathic
Full-time orthodontist in Preecha- edentulous spaces and the quality of alveolar bone surgery. Although numerous applications are available, this session aims to highlight some of
Chonthicha Dental Clinic, Nongkhai presented. the most effective digital devices that can assist in simplifying the entire orthodontic treatment

province process. By utilizing digital software and applications, practitioners can streamline the workflow
from the initial diagnosis to the final stages of treatment. These tools can provide precise and accurate
measurements, allowing for more predictable outcomes.

In conclusion, digital technology has revolutionized the field of orthodontic treatment and orthognathic
surgery, making the process easier, faster, and more efficient. Embracing digital devices and software
will not only simplify the workflow but also provide patients with better outcomes, leading to
improved oral health, function, and aesthetics.