What is orthodontics? (types, disadvantages, advantages, application, steps + cost)

The term orthodontics is composed of two Greek words "orthos" (straight or correct) and "dentic" (teeth). Thus, orthodontics describes the process of straightening the teeth that are not aligned or malocclusion (preventing the misalignment of the upper and lower teeth, correctly diagnosing and treating the upper and lower teeth together). 123Dentist pointed out, people with overbite or underbite have very crowded teeth and jaw deformities, and also face problems when eating, chewing and speaking. In such cases, orthodontic treatments are recommended to straighten the teeth and solve these challenges. - Fixing the gap between the teeth - Modifying the byte form and fixing all types of malocclusions - Aligning crooked teeth - Improving breathing problems in sleep by correcting the position of the teeth - Improving speech problems by correcting the shape of teeth and fangs - Treatment of crowded teeth in the mouth If you are facing any of the above problems, our suggestion is to go to the best orthodontic specialist for a precise diagnosis of the problem and plan a suitable treatment plan... What is the use of orthodontics?.. What orthodontics is for and why we need it, you can see briefly in the following infographic: As the American Association of Orthodontists explains, this treatment helps us in the following cases: - To ensure the proper functioning of the teeth and jaws.... - To improve the health and beauty of the smile and bring the facial structure to the most ideal state.... - Chewing food correctly and easily and not getting involved in digestive problems and malnutrition.... - Speaking without problems and pronouncing letters and words correctly and completely.... - To prevent diseases, gums, etc.. Chronic pains caused by dental abnormalities and especially the jaw forever.... We have explained.... ### Who needs this treatment?... In the video below, Dr. Saeed Qureshi explains what anomalies orthodontics is effective in treating: - **People who have crowded teeth (Overcrowding)**; This problem occurs when there is no space for the proper growth of the jaw teeth... Teeth crowding is one of the most important causes of periodontal diseases and caries... The distance between the teeth is the opposite of teeth crowding... If a person has lost a tooth or is small compared to the size of the jaws, this problem is more likely... Correcting gaps is more than a cosmetic thing, because it causes food to get stuck between the teeth and plaque accumulation... - **People who have jaw problems;** Problematic bites It leads to many problems such as muscle cramps and even headaches.. sinus pain.... - **people who have overbite**; Overbite is an orthodontic problem in which the upper jaw teeth are ahead of the lower teeth.... Fixing this problem will improve the smile and increase the comfort of the person when talking or eating.... - **people who have an underbite**; Underbite is just the opposite of overbite, that is, the lower teeth are placed in front of the upper teeth... By fixing this problem, the teeth of both jaws will be aligned and the person will have a more beautiful and of course healthier smile... - **People who have a crossbite**; This anomaly occurs when one or more upper teeth are placed inside the lower teeth.. This orthodontic problem can lead to jaw pain, grinding teeth and other dental problems... - **People who have open bite**; An open bite is usually caused by thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, or other habits that put pressure on the front teeth. If this anomaly is not controlled, it can cause difficulty in speaking, eating and reducing the beauty of the smile.. "(required)" fields are required. Orthodontic specialists use various devices to manage dental and jaw abnormalities. In the simplest classification, orthodontic types are divided into two fixed and movable groups: - In fixed orthodontics, the appliance remains in the mouth during the entire treatment and is removed by the specialist after the end of the course. It depends on the patient's preferences, age, budget, etc... ### Ceramic orthodontics Ceramic orthodontics is exactly the same as metal braces in terms of structure and function, but it uses ceramic brackets and wires (transparent or tooth-colored)... These models can also correct a wide range of orthodontic problems well and, of course, attract much less attention... ### Lingual Orthodontics Lingual orthodontics is exactly like metal braces.. with the difference that its brackets are attached to the back of the teeth and are practically invisible.... In the new models of this orthodontics, the design of the brackets is smoother so that the patient's tongue is as comfortable as before and the person himself gets used to it more easily.. Considering that lingual brackets are rarely used in offices and other cases in orthodontic treatments.. methods... no... ### Orthodontics With clear liners Orthodontics with clear aligners such as Invisiline is very popular due to its almost invisible appearance and high comfort. - These plaques are removable and the patient can take them out of the mouth for one or two hours a day. In this way, maintaining oral and dental hygiene is not a challenge. Also, the patient can eat his favorite foods and will not have dietary restrictions.. **Disadvantages** - It is the most expensive orthodontic treatment compared to other methods.... - It may not be as effective as traditional braces for correcting more complex deformities... - To achieve the desired result, it must be used accurately and according to the instructions of the specialist.... (for this reason, it is less recommended for young patients) ### Damon Orthodontics Damon orthodontics is the newest method of fixed orthodontics... this device uses self-ligating brackets that have a valve... this valve opens, the orthodontic wire is placed in it and that's it... elastic bands are not used in these devices and the friction between the wire and the bracket becomes easier.... the first rank of the specialized board of orthodontics in the country.* > *has three clinics in Tehran (east-west-center).* > *and has a diploma of fellowship and specialized board of orthodontics of Canada* > *and also a member of the American Society of Orthodontics* The main components of orthodontics Brackets and archwires are the most important parts of fixed orthodontic devices that you must know... but orthodontic devices also have other parts whose presence is noticeable in various treatment processes: When is the best age for orthodontics? The answer to this question is a little difficult; Because as we said, this treatment method can be used for all age groups... but usually the best age for orthodontics is when most or all of the child's milk teeth have fallen and most of his permanent teeth have grown; But usually the best age for orthodontics is.. and this usually happens between the ages of **11 and 14**... How is orthodontics done? All orthodontic steps can be divided into three steps: 1.... **Planning** (Planning): First, the orthodontist evaluates the condition of the teeth using radiography, molding and other methods.... Then, based on this evaluation, the specialist creates a personal treatment plan and determines which orthodontic device(s) best suits the patient's needs... Patient installation..... After that, the person must participate in regular visits to make the necessary adjustments to the device and the treatment process is carefully checked.... 3... **Retention** (Retention): Retention is the last stage of treatment and involves the use of retainers to maintain the correct position of the teeth. This stage is vital for successful treatment. Because after the active phase, the bone and tissues around the teeth need time to adapt to their new positions... otherwise, we will face orthodontic recurrence or return... Length of orthodontic treatment The duration of orthodontic treatment varies from one patient to another... sometimes the treatment takes a few months and sometimes it may take a few years... but normal treatments last between 12 and 36 months on average... some treatments even finish within 6 months... this time is variable; Because the length of orthodontic treatment depends on various factors, including the type and severity of the abnormality, the age of the patient, the level of his cooperation, the need for jaw surgery (orthodontic surgery treatment). > *and has a diploma of fellowship and specialized board of orthodontics of Canada* > *and also a member of the American Society of Orthodontics* cost of orthodontics Similar to the length of treatment, the cost of orthodontics is also influenced by various factors, including the device(s) necessary and selected for treatment, the type and severity of the abnormality, side costs, repairs if necessary, etc... You can see the latest cost of orthodontics in Dr. Saeed Qureshi's clinics and offices in the table below: Photos before and after orthodontics and examples of orthodontic works Examining orthodontic portfolios is one of the most important factors for choosing a specialist and starting treatment.. All those involved in this field know very well that before and after photos are very influential in clients' decisions and make them feel comfortable with the results of treatment.