Orthodontics

What is orthodontics?

Orthodontics is considered one of the treatment options that aims to improve the appearance of the teeth and their functional performance by moving them or adjusting their alignment. It also distributes the pressure force generated by clenching the teeth over all the teeth, which in turn improves the general health of the teeth, gums and jaw joints. A complete examination is the most important step to start… Orthodontic treatment

What are the types of orthodontics?

Metal braces Metal braces or traditional braces are the most common and least expensive, and are used for children and adults, and are also effective in treating difficult cases.Self-ligating bracesSelf-ligating braces are distinguished from metal braces in that their braces have clips in which the metal wire is fixed instead of rubber pieces, and they are higher in cost.Internal orthodonticsInternal braces are installed on the teeth from the inside so that they are invisible.Ceramic bracesCeramic braces are similar to traditional braces, but their brackets are made of porcelain or ceramic, the color of which is similar to the natural color of teeth.Clear or removable bracesThe transparent braces are made of a transparent plastic material and are easy to remove and install. This allows a person to eat comfortably and clean teeth well.

Advantages of orthodontics:

Treatment of protruding jaws.
Treats speech difficulties such as stuttering and stuttering in children.
Improves the performance of teeth and surrounding tissues.
Makes teeth stronger when chewing food.
Treats teeth embedded in the jaw.
Relieves the pain of dental crowding.
Improves the general appearance and appearance after removing braces.
It protects the mouth and gums from various diseases due to the lack of food accumulation.