Orthodontics

Orthodontics

Orthodontics, which generally aims for a correct bite, includes the treatments required for the proper alignment of the teeth in opposite jaws. Orthodontic treatment ensures the correct alignment of the teeth on the jawbone, both aesthetically and functionally. It diagnoses and treats problems that disrupt the harmony between teeth and jaw. Situations such as crooked, missing teeth, jaw closing problems, jaw stenosis, jaw fractures, jaw traumas, jaw being forward or backward are within the scope of orthodontics.

How is Orthodontic Treatment Applied?

There are different orthodontic treatment appliances to bring the teeth to their ideal positions in the mouth and align them correctly and to ensure harmony between the jaws. The devices in question can be fixed or mobile. Following the examination, diagnosis and diagnosis by the specialist dentist, the necessary treatment method is determined. The treatment process is started with the most appropriate apparatus for the decided treatment.

Fixed devices used for orthodontic treatment are known as braces. Elements such as treatment, brackets, wires, tapes can be used separately or together. Brackets are bonded one by one to the inner or outer surface of the teeth. Thanks to these, the teeth are moved and the application continues until they reach their correct positions.

Fixed brackets vary depending on the material of manufacture. Among these, metal brackets are frequently used. Transparent plaque, which is prepared in the color of the teeth or transparent and is less visible, provides the person with a more aesthetic appearance during the treatment process. Finally, lingual brackets are glued to the inner surface of the teeth. For this reason, they are not visible at all when viewed from the outside.

Purpose of Orthodontic Treatment

While orthodontic treatment continues, checks are usually made monthly. The dentist can remove the brackets and replace them depending on the current condition of the teeth and the progress of the treatment. These adjustments continue until the intended result is achieved.

To eliminate structural disorders in the jaw, support is taken from some orthodontic devices. Interjaw elastics are one of these devices.

After completion of the main treatment, reinforcement treatment is applied.

Orthodontic Treatment Types

The aim of reinforcement treatment is; It is to prevent the result obtained with the first treatment from deteriorating again over time. At this stage, the specialist physician decides on the device suitable for reinforcement therapy by exchanging ideas with the patient.

The removable devices used in orthodontic treatments are generally transparent plaques and acrylic plaques. Acrylic plaques are generally preferred for protective and preventive treatments in children. They can be put on and removed by the patient himself. Transparent aligners are aesthetic braces used for adults. Its most important advantage is that it is transparent, so the person is free from aesthetic concerns throughout the treatment.

What are the Advantages of Orthodontic Treatment?

It helps the person to have healthy, well-aligned and aesthetically pleasing teeth.
Structural defects in the jaw are corrected. Accordingly, problems with jaw closing disappear.
Problems with chewing, speaking and laughing are eliminated. The person’s self-confidence increases.
By ensuring the correct alignment of the teeth, possible future decay, gum disease and tooth loss can be prevented.
Tooth wear is prevented.