Sri Lanka Orthodontic Society is the prestigious professional body of all specialist orthodontists in Sri Lanka. As a leading professional body in the disciplines of dentistry, the SLOS strives for excellence in orthodontics in the country. SLOS was inaugurated in August 1999 under the guidance and effort of senior consultant orthodontists like Dr. S. Sivasubramaniam and Dr. Priya Samaranayake.
It is with immense honor and gratitude that I accept the responsibility of serving as the President of the Sri Lanka Orthodontic Society (SLOS). As we look forward to the next chapter in our journey, I am inspired by the vision of our society, which has consistently aimed to elevate the standards of orthodontic practice in Sri Lanka and provide excellent opportunities for both professional development and public awareness.
One of the key pillars of my presidency will be to continue fostering a culture of academic excellence among our members. A goal of my tenure will be to encourage greater participation in international orthodontic conferences. We will also be expanding our academic offerings through quarterly Zoom lectures by renowned international speakers.
Looking ahead, I am particularly excited to announce our Biennial Conference, scheduled for 2026. This event will serve as a platform for both local and international experts to come together, exchange ideas, and showcase advancements in the field of orthodontics. We aim to make this a truly enriching experience, with a focus on meaningful discussions and collaborations that will drive the future of orthodontics in Sri Lanka.
Beyond academic and professional development, we also recognize the importance of engaging with the general public. We will be launching a public awareness campaign to promote orthodontics, helping to educate the public on the benefits of orthodontic care and dispel common misconceptions. This initiative will aim to increase awareness of the critical role orthodontics plays in improving oral health, function, and aesthetics, ultimately leading to a better understanding of our profession
I look forward to working with all of you as we continue to advance orthodontics in Sri Lanka, fostering both professional excellence and a greater understanding of our specialty within the broader community.
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An orthodontist is a dentist trained to diagnose, prevent, and treat teeth and jaw irregularities. They correct existing conditions and are trained to identify problems that may develop in the future. Orthodontists work with people of all ages, from children to adults.
You might need to see an orthodontist if you have crooked, overlapped, twisted or gapped teeth. Common orthodontic treatments include traditional braces, clear aligners and removable retainers. As a general rule of thumb a child should be evaluated by an Orthodontist between the ages of 7 -8 years.
If you wear braces it is completely normal to experience soreness or discomfort when you first have them fitted, or when you have the brackets and wires tightened.
Most people will experience mild-to-moderate discomfort or pain when they first get braces
The average treatment time for traditional metal braces is 12-24 months. More complex dentofacial problems may take longer.
Treatment options can vary from simple habit interventions, removable appliances to fixed braces.
Clear aligners and retainers also play a major role. More complex problems such as cleft and skeletal deformities require surgery along with braces.
