What is Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontic treatment is a specialized dental procedure aimed at correcting misaligned teeth and jaws to improve oral health, function, and aesthetics. Orthodontic issues, such as crooked teeth, overcrowding, gaps, overbites, underbites, and crossbites, can affect oral health by increasing the risk of dental problems like tooth decay, gum disease, and jaw joint disorders.
Orthodontic treatment typically involves the use of various appliances and techniques to gradually move teeth into their proper positions within the dental arches. These appliances apply gentle pressure to the teeth and jaws, stimulating bone remodeling and encouraging tooth movement over time.
Braces are one of the most common orthodontic appliances used for teeth alignment. Braces consist of brackets, wires, and bands that are bonded to the teeth and connected with elastic bands or wires. These components work together to exert pressure on the teeth and guide them into alignment.
