Orthodontics is a dentistry specialty that addresses the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of mal-positioned teeth and jaws, and misaligned bite patterns. It may also address the modification of facial growth, known as dentofacial orthopedics.
Fixed orthodontics uses a fixed braces that cannot be removed that are glued to the front of each tooth and linked with wires.types of brackets are
1.Ceramic brackets
2.Metal brackets
A functional appliance is a removable appliance that works on the upper and lower teeth at the same time to help correct protruding front teeth. These functional appliance help guide the teeth and bite into the ideal position. In some cases, these braces encourage favourable growth and help to improve the facial profile.
A removable appliance is made from a plastic plate with wires coming from the sides. These grip the teeth to keep the brace in place and for widening either the upper or lower arches.
Dental appliances that are used to break detrimental dental habits in children. Most commonly, habit breaking appliances are used to discontinue behaviors such as finger or thumb sucking.
Clear aligners are an alternative to traditional braces and are designed to help guide teeth into their proper position. Similar to braces, clear aligners use a gradual force to control tooth movement, but without metal wires or brackets.
Lingual braces serve the same purpose of traditional braces but are placed behind the teeth (by the tongue and palate) rather than in front. So, they offer a great cosmetic alternative for those who want their teeth straightened without the braces showing.
