Orthodontic
Orthodontics is a
division of dentistry
which specializes in
the diagnosis,
prevention and
treatment of problems
in the alignment of
teeth and jaws.
While orthodontics can
advantage nearly
anyone at any age with
orthodontic problems,
treatment should
preferably start in
the pre-teens. Since
the difficulty and
duration of treatment
rises with age,
treating dental
malocclusions as early
as possible can save
time and money.
Orthodontic treatment
involves the design
and use of curative
appliances such as
braces, plates,
headgears and useful
appliances to bring
the teeth and jaws
into appropriate
position.
The key Biological
standard that allows
orthodontists to move
teeth centers on the
fact that human bone
tissue, just like
other parts of our
bodies, constantly
regenerates at a
cellular level despite
of age.
Teeth roots are
anchored in the jaw,
so the question of how
quickly uneven teeth
can be 'encouraged' to
move to an idyllic
position is directed
by the rate of bone
cell renewal.
Many multifaceted and
inter-related factors
must be measured and
understood in applying
the laws of physics to
human being biology.
Every patient is a
unique human being;
therefore every
orthodontic cure must
also be unique.
