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What is Orthodontic Treatment? |
Orthodontic treatment is one branch of dentistry wherein the cure for malocclusions is focused. Whether for esthetic reasons, such as improving the general appearance of the teeth and the patient’s face or for health reasons, undergoing this treatment is definitely an advantage.
Objective of Orthodontic Treatment? |
The aim of orthodontic treatment is to produce straight, aligh the teeth, close gaps, correct jaw alignments and facilitate placements of crowns, bridges and implants, as well.
In diagnosis and treatment planning, the orthodontist must
- recognize the various characteristics of malocclusion and dento-facial deformity
- define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible
- design a treatment stra tegy based on the specific needs and desires of the individual present the treatment strategy to the patient in such a way that the patient fully understands the ramifications of your decision.
.After a course of active orthodontic treatment, patients will often wear retainers, which will maintain the teeth in their improved position while the surrounding bone reforms around them. The retainers are generally worn full-time for a short period, perhaps 6 months to a year, and then worn periodically (typically nightly during sleep) for as long as the orthodontist recommends. It is possible for the teeth to stay aligned without regular retainer wear. However, there are many reasons teeth will crowd as a person ages; thus there is no guarantee that teeth, orthodontically treated or otherwise, will stay aligned without retention.
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