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Orthodontics is a specialised branch of dentistry concerned with the development and management of irregularities and abnormalities of the teeth, jaws and face.
Its aim is to produce a healthy, functional bite, creating greater resistance to disease and improving personal appearance.
This contributes to mental and physical
well-being.
Orthodontic treatment is aimed at correcting dental and jaw abnormalities which result in malocclusions. These range from irregular teeth to treatment of cranio-facial abnormalities. As with all medical and dental treatments, there are benefits and risks. In orthodontics the benefits of undergoing a course of treatment are as follows:
Improvement in facial aesthetics
Improvement in the function of the
dentition
Prevention of trauma to prominent teeth & treatment of impacted teeth Improved resistance of dental disease
There are a few risks linked with orthodontic treatment, which are avoided by choosing the correct treatment for each patient.
In the vast majority of well planned cases, the benefits to the patient outweigh the possible advantages.
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