Orthodontics is defined as the branch of dentistry that deals with correcting dental alignment in relation to the jaws and the bones attached to the teeth.
Nowadays, orthodontic treatment has become one of the most popular alternatives, which is not surprising if we take into account that through this process we will not only achieve a significant improvement in the aesthetics of our mouth but we will also obtain many functional advantages.
In which cases is orthodontics recommended?
One of the main peculiarities of this treatment is that it adapts to different dental situations. It is common to think that orthodontics is only focused on those people who have misaligned teeth, however the reality is very different as it is a process that will be very useful in other types of situations.
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It is true that orthodontics is a very useful alternative for correcting dental misalignment (crowded or crooked teeth) but it will also be of great help when it comes to maintaining spaces when permanent teeth emerge.
Types of bite
Another situation in which orthodontics is recommended is when correcting a bad bite, a situation that causes increased wear of the teeth and deterioration of the jaw joint.
Examples of bad bites include the following:
- Open bite
- Crossbite
- Overbite
Finally, we will mention receding gums as another situation in which orthodontic treatment is indicated.
What types of Orthodontics are there?
Orthodontics is one of the sectors that has evolved the most in recent years and an example of this is the numerous options available to us when it comes to undergoing this process:
- Firstly, we must talk about metal brackets as one of the most common options. We are talking about the traditional brackets, made of stainless steel, which are placed on the outside of the tooth and are attached by a kind of rubber band.
- We are now talking about ceramic brackets, another of the varieties that are currently most popular, as they give a very natural appearance as they are translucent. Thus, if we opt for this type of braces, we will notice a significant improvement in aesthetics during the process.
- In recent years, self-ligating brackets, which can be metal or ceramic, have become popular. The main advantage of this new system is that it is faster as it does not require ligatures to join the brackets together, making it an option that is increasingly popular with patients.
- Finally, we end this list of bracket types by mentioning lingual brackets, whose main feature is that they are placed on the inside of the teeth, making them the ideal option for those who are concerned about aesthetics.
Thanks to this wide variety of orthodontic techniques, patients can choose the option that best suits their needs and budget.
Orthodontics with clear aligners
In addition to brackets, clear aligners are another of the alternatives available to us in orthodontic treatment.
In this case, not only does it respect the patient’s dental aesthetics during the process, but it is also an alternative that offers us greater comfort, as we can remove the aligners to carry out all kinds of daily actions, such as eating or brushing our teeth.
In this regard, we would highlight the Invisaling technique as the most characteristic example with clear aligners.
In short, orthodontics plays a very important role in the dental sector and more and more people are opting for this treatment.
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