What is orthodontics? What are orthodontic appliances?
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that specializes in treating pacients with improper positioning of teeth when the mouth is closed (malocclusion) which results in an improper bite. Orthodontics also includes treating and controlling various aspects of facial growth (dentofacial orthopedics) and the shape and development of the jaw. An orthodontics specialist is called an orthodontist.
Orthodontic appliances are the means by which this treatment is performed. Orthodontic appliances are of several types (fixed or mobile, visible or invisible) and are recommend by the orthodontist for each individual case. It works for the realignment of the …
