Orthodontics

ORTHODONTICS can be related to the treatment of irregularities in the teeth & jaws. Orthodontics is usually most elective areas of oral therapy. ORTHODONTICS is a branch of dentistry that treats the malocclusion a condition in which the teeth are not correctly positioned when we close the mouth . This leads to improper bite . ORTHODONTIST is specialty in the dentistry that mainly focuses on correcting the bites straightness of teeth. It can also focus on modifying the facial growth known as DENTOFACIAL ORTHODONTICS . orthodontic therapy can include the use of fixed or removable appliances. Treatment can take several months to few years .it involves the use of dental braces & other appliances to slowly move the teeth & jaws around. According to the American association of orthodontics 50% of the population has abnormal alignment of the teeth & jaws is common.