Orthodontics
Orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of dental and facial irregularities occurring as a result of:-
| 1. |
Malocclusion as a result of habits as tongue thrusting, thumb sucking etc. |
| 2. |
Missing or extra teeth |
| 3. |
Overjet & Overbite |
| 4. |
Crowded teeth |
| 5. |
Arch discrepancies |
| 6. |
Rotated or crooked teeth |
| 7. |
Retained milk teeth |
Orthodontic irregularities are generally treated with braces.(Both metal & tooth coloured) & wires, Braces apply
force to the teeth and encourage them to move slowly in the desired alignment.It is the orthodont who decides post-assessment whether the patient is the candidate for fixed or removal braces. |
