Close up of dentist hand in serial glove putting elastic rubber band on patient brackets. Woman with wired metal braces on teeth receiving orthodontic treatment in dental clinic. Concept of dentistry.

ORTHODONTICS

Orthodontics is the most effective and recommended way to correct misaligned teeth and occlusion. Both non removable and removable structures are used during orthodontic treatment. Removable constructions include plates and caps, and the non removable construction include braces.

Metal braces are the most common construction, that is fixed to the outer surface of the tooth.

Ceramic braces replicate the tooth colour and are less noticeable its advantage is aesthetic side.

The lingual braces is fixed on the inner surface of the tooth. When the patient has  self ligating braces the patient needs correction every 6-7 month, and the duration of treatment is reduced by several months.

Orthodontic treatment is also possible with aligners, during which the patient doesn’t need a regular visit to the doctor. Its advantage is that it’s visually invisible and can be removed if necessary.

The duration of orthodontic treatment depends on the complexity of the condition.