In its most general definition, orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with the removal of upper and lower jaws and tooth crowding. Topics such as simple to more complicated tooth crowding, growth and development deficiencies, congenital anomalies, defective relations between teeth and jaws, correction of all other general tooth-jaw anomalies due to lack of space, and subsequent tooth alignment are the subjects of orthodontics.
Why is Orthodontics Important?
If you have crooked and poorly positioned teeth,
Since these teeth are relatively difficult to clean, your risk of getting periodontal (gum) diseases and losing your teeth early due to dental caries increases.
The teeth that cause the disorder cause more pressure on your jaw muscles, causing temporomandibular joint disorders and ultimately head, back and shoulder pain.
Your teeth negatively affect your appearance and this can cause you to experience aesthetic and psychological problems.
Orthodontic disorders cause bad breath problem.
For all the reasons we have listed above, orthodontics and orthodontic treatment offer you the opportunity to have a more impressive appearance with a healthier mouth and is very important in this regard. Should I Have Orthodontic Treatment?
Only a dentist or orthodontist can determine whether you need orthodontic treatment. After an examination that includes various diagnostic methods such as looking at your detailed medical and dental history, checking your teeth and mouth, creating your jaw model, some special x-ray films and photo shoots, whether you need orthodontic treatment and the type of treatment to be performed are determined. Orthodontic treatment can be done at any age. The duration may vary from patient to patient and depending on the method used.
How Should Oral and Dental Care Be Done During Orthodontic Treatment?
Teeth should be brushed after every meal.
Between the teeth should be cleaned at least twice a day with interdental brushes or dental floss.
Check-ups should be done regularly.
In line with the recommendations of the dentist, all removable and functional appliances should be fitted without interruption.
Acidic drinks such as cola and soda should not be consumed.
Hard foods such as meat, toast, apples, carrots should be eaten in small pieces.
How Long Does the Treatment Take?
The duration of orthodontic treatments varies according to the severity of the existing problem. However, there are treatments that last as little as six to seven months, and there are treatments that last several years. In order for the treatment period not to be prolonged, it is very important to have regular controls and the patient to act in harmony with the physician.
When Is Orthodontics Performed?
The ideal time for treatments is around the age of 11-14, when all permanent teeth erupt. However, preventive orthodontic treatments can be applied at younger ages, and braces can be treated at much older ages.
Does Braces Cause Pain and Wound?
Wires may cause sores in the mouth when first applied. This situation is temporary and scar formation can be reduced by using protective waxes. It is natural to feel pain in the related teeth from time to time due to the light pressure applied to the teeth. However, these pains do not require the use of any medication and disappear on their own in a short time.
Will My Teeth Deteriorate Again After My Braces Treatment Is Over?
After the orthodontic treatment is finished, the teeth will tend to return to their original state. Transparent plaques to be made on the teeth and fixed braces to be applied from the inside of the teeth following the removal of the braces will prevent the teeth from returning to their original state.