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Forms from Head Teachers.
The number of forms issued by Head Teachers for emergency
treatment was 3,251 compared with 3,642 in 1953.
X-ray Examinations.
The number of cases referred to Mayday Hospital for the
above purpose was 210, compared with 240 in 1953.
Orthodontic Service.
Much excellent work continues to be carried out by members
of the staff in correcting less complicated irregularities of
the teeth and dental arches. Various forms of both "fixed" and
"removable" apparatus as well as functional appliances are in
use, choice of the above being left as far as possible to the
operator. "Serial" extractions are undertaken when deemed
advisable to relieve overcrowding and assist a more normal alignment
of the teeth. A reasonable liason exists between Speech and
Remedial Exercise Clinics enabling cases to be referred between
both departments. Little attention has unfortunately been
possible for those with major deformities mentioned in the last
Report; when accommodation permits the introduction of a Special
Unit under the supervision of a Specialist would materially
assist in bringing treatment within easier reach of this class
of patient.