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ORTHODONTIC EXCLUSIONS  
 
  1. Pre-, mid- and post-treatment records that include cephalometric x-rays, tracings, photographs and study models.
  2. Lost, stolen or broken orthodontic appliances.
  3. Changes in treatment necessitated by accident of any kind and/or lack of Enrollee cooperation.
  4. Surgical procedures incidental to orthodontic treatment.
  5. Myofunctional therapy.
  6. Surgical procedures related to cleft palate, micrognathia or macrognathia.
  7. Treatment related to temporomandibular joint disturbances.
  8. Supplemental appliances not routinely used in comprehensive orthodontics, including, but not limited to, palatal expander, habit control appliance, pendulum, quad helix, or herbst.
  9. Cosmetic care as a result of orthodontic treatment.
  10. Phase I orthodontics, as well as activator appliances and minor treatment for tooth guidance and/or arch expansion. Phase I orthodontics is defined as early treatment including interceptive orthodontia prior to the development of lated mixed dentition.
  11. Extractions solely for the purpose of orthodontics.
  12. Treatment in progress at inception of eligibility.
  13. Patient initiated transfer after bands have been placed.
  14. Composite or ceramic brackets, lingual adaption of orthodontic bands and other specialized or cosmetic alternatives to standard fixed and removable orthodontic appliances.
 
 
 
 
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