Modern medicine has stepped forward far in recent times. The latest drugs, equipment of domestic and foreign production are used. Based on the fact that a person is trying to maintain his health and beauty at the proper level, orthodontic dentistry has taken one of the leading places in the field of medical services.
What is orthodontics?
The problem of unhealthy teeth is common among most people. Bite defects, malposition of teeth, other congenital pathologies of the maxillary nature that are involved in orthodontics ... In dentistry, there are many areas that treat oral diseases, while orthodontics help to correct the jaw part, which makes the smile beautiful, corrects the bite, while using special devices.
In connection with the popularization, demand for a beautiful smile, orthodontics centers and clinics have been created throughout the country that offer their services on a fee basis. It is important to go to the clinic that is really capable of helping, because with great demand there are always people who are able not only not to help, but also to harm. Therefore, it is necessary to apply only to trusted, recommended specialists who have the appropriate licenses for the provision of services.
Diagnosis of diseases
Wanting to get a beautiful smile, the first thing you need to diagnose is pathology, because treatment is a complex process, the mistakes of which can be harmful. The doctor conducts an examination, determines the severity, uses x-ray images, takes into account contraindications, and only after that, taking into account the calculations, prescribes treatment. An important hygienic condition of the oral cavity. If other diseases, side defects that can interfere with the corrective procedure are present in the mouth, then the possibilities of orthodontic dentistry will not give the desired results. To do this, before using the correction mechanisms, the doctor takes measures to bring the oral cavity to the necessary state.
Cases in which treatment is contraindicated
- The development of periodontitis.
- Diseases associated with mental disorders.
- Allergy, especially to metal products.
- Poor oral hygiene.
Types of Corrective Devices
Orthodontic dentistry offers several types of devices for correcting the correct bite and aligning the dentition. There are single-jawed, double-jawed, which are installed for round-the-clock wearing or during the night. Removable and non-removable devices are also available.
Removable devices include mouth guards, positioners, trainers, and Hinz records. They are able to cope with a small pathology, where there is no need for a serious correction. Appliances are used at any age, but are often recommended for children due to the fact that at an early age the jaw deviations are reversible, which does not require the installation of corrective braces of constant wear. Also, removable devices are used after serious bite straightening, so that for prevention purposes the dentition has support, not allowing it to shift back.
Fixed devices
A common way to correct the bite, which offers modern orthodontic dentistry, involves the installation of bracket systems. This is a whole series of elements of one device tied together, where each part plays an important role. The bracket system consists of small locks, attached individually to each tooth, as well as a metal arc, which carries out the direction of the teeth in the desired position due to pressure. The bracket system is able to control the presence of teeth in three planes, so this orthodontic design in dentistry is very effective.
Where does the wrong bite come from?
Often, pathological abnormalities occur at an early age, and over time the picture worsens. A person has a number of habits that affect the displacement of the dentition. This is smoking, the habit of holding a pen in your mouth, the use of seeds, all that constantly, uniformly affects the bite. The further the delay in diagnosis and treatment, the more difficult and problematic it is to eliminate the pathology. Therefore, pediatric orthodontic dentistry offers a wide range of proposals and promotes the use of correctors in early childhood.
Advantages and disadvantages
Orthodontic braces are made of different materials. There are plastic, metal, ceramic, sapphire. Accordingly, they cannot suit everyone, because they can cause different reactions of the body to contact with the material. Of the pros and cons, it is worth mentioning the financial component, the degree of oxidation and changes in the process of wearing, sensitivity and convenience when eating, strength, reliability of fastening.
Also wearing braces provides for a violation of the natural aesthetic appearance. For this, manufacturers offer a choice of different colors, as well as snow-white and transparent materials. Depending on preferences, age, other personal needs, the orthodontist will install a bracket system with the desired color. In addition to external fastening of devices, there is an internal fastening of braces, which will hide the wearing of corrective equipment.
Regardless of the patient’s wishes, the last word, recommendations and indications for use will be determined by the doctor who provides orthodontic dentistry services.