Orthodontics
An orthodontic treatment is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws and misaligned bite patterns. It can also focus on modifying facial growth, known as dentofacial orthopedics. Abnormal alignment of the teeth and jaws.
Different types of treatments
- closing wide gaps between the teeth
- aligning the tips of the teeth
- straightening crooked teeth
- improving speech or chewing ability
- boosting the long-term health of gums and teeth
- preventing long-term excessive wear or trauma of the teeth
- treating an improper bite
Treatment can improve the appearance of the teeth, but it can also lead to better chewing and speech function and help protect teeth from damage or decay, in some cases.
To achieve these goals, the orthodontist uses a range of medical dental devices, including headgear, plates, and braces.
Aligners
Lingual Braces
They involve attaching the orthodontic brackets on the inner sides of the teeth. Are lingual braces faster?
Overall, lingual braces have more consistent results than traditional or removable braces, plus you spend considerably less time at your adjustment appointment, given that the missing ties make the procedure much quicker.
Metal Braces
Do metal or ceramic braces work faster? Generally speaking, metal braces are able to straighten teeth slightly faster than ceramic braces.
Metal Braces Brackets Brackets are the small metal squares that are attached to the front and side teeth. They act like handles that allow us to grab onto the teeth to move them.
They are bonded directly to the enamel of the tooth with a special adhesive. Brackets are made of stainless steel.
Orthognathic surgery
Prognathism
It occurs when the teeth are not properly aligned due to the shape of the face bones. Prognathism is a descriptive term for a jaw (upper or lower) that protrudes forward beyond the plane of the face.
Mandibular prognathism is a hereditary condi”on where there is an excess growth of the mandible in rela on to the maxilla that can be associated with maxillary retrusion, mandibular protrusion, or both.
How is Prognathism treated?
In most cases of prognathism, a combination of maxillofacial surgery and orthodontic treatment is used to correct the malocclusion, or misalignment, of the jaws. Depending on the type and severity of the condition, the procedure may involve surgical modification to one or both of the jaws.
Retracted lower jaw As you grow older, you may naturally lose a bit of bone and soft tissue around your jaw, leading to retrogenia.
Some people are simply born with a receding chin or develop one due to an overview How long does it take to recover from chin reduction surgery?
Most patients will be able to return to work or resume their normal activities in about one week after chin surgery.
However, they must refrain from strenuous activity and exercises for a few weeks to allow the healing to be completed safely.