Orthodontic : What You Should Know
Orthodontics is a dental specialty focused on aligning your bite and straightening your teeth. You might need to see an orthodontist if you have crooked, overlapped, twisted or gapped teeth.
Common orthodontic treatments include
Traditional braces
Clear aligners
Removable retainers
Orthodontics
What is orthodontics?
Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that focuses on diagnosing and treating “bad bites” (malocclusion). Common orthodontic treatments include braces, clear aligners and retainers.
The way your teeth fit together has a significant impact on your oral health. By improving the way your upper and lower teeth meet, you can reduce your risk for a host of oral health issues, including cavities, gum disease and excessive wear (erosion).
Orthodontic Treatment
Years ago, orthodontic treatments were used only for pre-teens and teens having problems with their bite (malocclusion). Today, orthodontic treatments like dental braces are not only for pre-teens and teens, but for adults as well.
Since malocclusion may interfere with eating and speaking, it is usually considered a restorative issue. Although, because a malocclusion may prevent the development of a beautiful, well-aligned smile or facial jaw lines, it may also be classified as an esthetic issue and categorized as cosmetic dentistry.
No matter what your age, orthodontics can protect your bite (occlusion), maximize your teeth’s effectiveness in performing their functions and create a well-aligned smile. In addition, well-aligned teeth make oral hygiene easier to maintain.
If you are a candidate for orthodontics, you will likely be referred by your general dentist to an orthodontist for evaluation of your bite.
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According to the American Association of Orthodontists, children should have their first orthodontic visit no later than the age of 7. While many children won’t need treatment at this age, it’s a good time to find out if there are any issues to watch out for. Often, children who need early orthodontic treatment can reduce their need for extensive dental procedures in the future.
If you wear your retainer as directed, your results should last the rest of your life. However, if you stop wearing your retainer, your teeth could drift back into their old positions over time.
The cosmetic benefits of orthodontics are clear. But these treatments offer functional and health-related advantages as well:
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When your teeth are in proper alignment, they’re much easier to clean.
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Straightening your teeth can improve chewing and speech function.
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Orthodontic treatment can ease pain related to TMJ disorder.
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An aligned bite can reduce your risk for cavities, gum disease and other oral health issues.
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Orthodontics can help you achieve and maintain a beautiful, healthy smile.
Almost everyone can gain some benefit from orthodontics. But some people need treatment more than others. Many people seek orthodontic treatment because they want to improve the appearance of their smile. But in addition to cosmetic benefits, orthodontics offers improved chewing function and better oral health.
There are several treatments that fall under the specialty of orthodontics. Some of the most common include:
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Braces
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Clear aligners
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Retainers
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Palate expanders