Many conditions require multi-disciplinary management. For example, ischemic heart disease may require the expertise of the cardiologist and the cardiothoracic surgeon. In the same, way, dentofacial deformities require the expertise of the orthodontist and the maxillofacial surgeon. The best outcome is achieved when surgical and non-surgical options are considered, balancing the treatment objectives and the risks involved. However, very often, the treatment plan depends on who is primarily in charge of the treatment planning.
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