What is orthodontics?
Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that identifies and treats malocclusions, that is, defects in jaw bone development and related diseases. It fixes dental crowding, creating the proper space for each tooth.
Early correction of malocclusions avoids breathing problems, snoring, impaired swallowing and phonation. Corrects posture and prevents scoliosis, headaches, headaches and cervical problems.
Orthodontics
Treats and prevents tooth malocclusions.
The age of the first visit
Around age 5.
Types of equipment
Mobile, fixed, extraoral traction.
Why bring the device
To avoid serious problems in adulthood.
How to recognize dental malocclusion?
Malocclusions are visible early on: protruding, overcrossed teeth, diastemas, i.e., separated from each other, open and deep bite, asymmetries of the face and mouth. They negatively affect theaesthetics of the smile, lip profile, and face.
What problems does braces solve?
The use of braces solves functional and aesthetic problemsrelated to malocclusions.
What is the correct age to start orthodontic treatment?
The correct age is 5 to 8 years, but it will be the orthodontist, only after a thorough examination, who will determine what is the right time to start treatment.
When malocclusion affects bone structures and teeth, it is essential to intervene at an early age (5/6 years) to take advantage of their malleability. If, on the other hand, the malocclusion is primarily cosmetic, it is possible to delay intervention toward the end of dental development (11/12 years).
The stages of the pathway
The orthodontic examination
The orthodontist assesses and verifies the presence of malocclusions by performing several diagnostic tests:
clinical examination;
panoramic radiography and teleradiography to look at the teeth, jaw and soft tissues to get a complete picture of the skull and neck;
fingerprints;
photographs of the smile, inside of the mouth and face.
Data collection is used to get clear measurements of the space available, whether the teeth in the mouth have enough space to grow well aligned, whether the bone structures are in harmony, and whether aesthetics can be improved.
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The Treatment
The most suitable appliance for the intended treatment plan is applied:
mobile appliance: according to the plan it is to be used at certain times;
fixed appliance: with or without attachments, it is placed and checked regularly;
extraoral traction appliance: it is an additional support outside the mouth to increase the effect of the fixed appliance.
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Mechanical phase of orthodontic treatment
Applying braces is the active phase of the orthodontic process. Teeth are moved and set into the correct position. The bite, or occlusion, is also corrected.
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The therapeutic discussion
After the orthodontic examination, options, treatment plan and choice of the most appropriate device to be used to achieve the expected results are discussed.
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The Periodic Check-Up
Periodic checkups allow progress to be assessed, elastics and wires to be replaced if damaged, and any problems to be corrected in a timely and effective manner.
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End of treatment and restraint
When the result is achieved, braces are removed. During life, teeth, like other parts of the body, change. If the results obtained are to be kept constant over time, braces can be fitted or used, to be worn as and when needed.
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