All you need to know about getting dental braces with an orthodontist.
Orthodontic Treatment - Part 1 Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of misaligned teeth and jaws. It also focuses on modifying facial growth, also known as dentofacial orthopedics. Orthodontic treatment is a way of straightening or moving the teeth to improve teeth appearance and function by employing dental braces or aligners (invisible or transparent braces). It also works on the long term health of your teeth, gums and jaw joints, by spreading the biting pressure over all your teeth. Importance of Orthodontic Treatment For people who have crowded or crooked teeth, dental braces will correct the teeth by moving them into a better position thus improving teeth appearance and teeth bite. A similar mechanism occurs for people with either underbites overbites. So at what age should one consider an orthodontic treatment? Childhood is generally the best time to undergone an orthodontic procedure though in some special cas