Orthodontics (Dental Brace)

Orthodontics is one of the branches of dentistry. It is also known as ”braces treatment”. Orthodontists are engaged in the diagnosis and treatment of abnormalities and irregularities in the structure of the mouth, jaw and face caused by teeth. The orthodontic procedure, which involves installing braces on the teeth, can be applied to individuals of any age category. In this method of dental treatment, it is ensured that the teeth and the jaw are in harmony in three dimensions.

What is orthodontics?

Orthodontics is a branch of science that includes the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of dental, maxillofacial and facial disorders. The orthodontic treatment promotes the development of the jaw, especially in young children. For the teeth to be in the most ideal position, the braces treatment is a set of methods that provide an effective solution for the repair of crooked and uneven teeth. It provides the elimination of problems such as closing disorders of the teeth, jaw and face disorders.

What are the Advantages of Braces Treatment?

Orthodontic treatment is one of the commonly used aesthetic dental treatments. This method, which can be practiced by orthodontists, has many advantages.

The advantages of orthodontics are mainly as follows:

• It makes the teeth look neat and aesthetic.
• It is very effective in the treatment of dental, maxillofacial and facial disorders that occur at birth or later.
• It can be applied to people of all ages, but it is recommended that braces be treated at an early age.

How is Braces Treatment Done?

Due to dental and bone disorders, perplexed or intermittent tooth alignment may occur. In such cases, orthodontic treatment is recommended to ensure the desired alignment of the teeth. Orthodontic treatment is a method that requires expertise. Orthodontists perform braces treatment to eliminate disorders caused by the skeleton or teeth and bring the teeth into a natural and aesthetic sequence.

In the treatment of orthodontics, support is taken from various points to mobilize the teeth. For this, brackets and rings are placed on the teeth. The braces are directed from these support points. Thus, crooked or damaged teeth can be redirected and repositioned. Braces treatment is a process that takes a long time and requires patience. Pain may be felt for some time after the application of braces. If the pain is intense, your orthodontist should be consulted. 

Transparent bracket and transparent plaque

The priority in orthodontic treatments is aesthetic appearance. Transparent brackets may be recommended for patients with aesthetic concerns. In addition, movable, transparent plates that can be inserted and removed can also be used. 

• Transparent bracket: They are brackets designed from porcelain. It is made in accordance with the color of the teeth. It provides a more comfortable use for the patient. The duration of treatment is longer than with metal brackets.
• Transparent plaque: It is also known as without braces orthodontics. It is one of the common applications in orthodontic treatments. It is the best alternative to metal and porcelain wires. It is specially designed with 3D printers. It is an orthodontic material that meets the aesthetic expectations of a person at a high level.