How is Orthodontics Treated?
Orthodontic treatment consists of a series of methods applied to ensure the correct alignment of the teeth and jaw, correct crowding, guide jaw development and eliminate bite disorders. The treatment process is shaped depending on the age of the individual, the degree of defects in the tooth structure and whether the jaw development is complete or not. Orthodontic treatments initiated during childhood and adolescence usually give faster and more effective results because the jaw bones are still in the developmental stage. In adults, on the other hand, since tooth movements occur more slowly, the treatment period may take a little longer and in some cases, additional interventions such as jaw surgery may be required. Orthodontic treatments are applied using different methods such as traditional metal or clear braces, clear aligners (such as Invisalign), jaw expanding appliances, functional appliances and orthognathic surgery.
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that diagnoses, prevents and treats dental and jaw disorders. Orthodontics aims not only to correct the teeth aesthetically, but also to improve healthy chewing, speech and respiratory functions by positioning the jaw and teeth correctly.
Orthodontic treatments provide relief from many problems such as crowded teeth, incompatibility between the upper and lower jaw, tooth gaps, teeth clenching and jaw joint disorders. These treatments include different methods such as braces, clear aligners (such as Invisalign), jaw expanding appliances and orthognathic surgery. Orthodontics is a treatment area that can be applied not only for children and adolescents but also for adults. Orthodontic treatments started at an early age help to guide jaw development, while orthodontic treatments performed in adults ensure that the teeth are placed in the correct position and dental health is maintained in the long term.