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Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry concerned with the correction and alignment of teeth and jaws. Proper alignment of teeth not only provides an aesthetic appearance, but also improves chewing function and oral health. Orthodontics offers a variety of treatment methods to bring teeth and jaws into their normal positions, and this process is usually carried out by an orthodontist.
Orthodontic treatment methods include brackets, transparent plates, lingual brackets, teeth-straightening devices, and jaw-straightening devices. Brackets are small metal, ceramic, or plastic pieces that are bonded to the teeth and connected with wires to bring the teeth into the correct position. Clear plates are plastic devices that are worn on the teeth and are almost invisible. They are an ideal option for people with aesthetic concerns, because clear plates are removable and provide ease when eating or brushing your teeth. Lingual braces are brackets that are placed on the back surface of the teeth and are not visible from the outside. Teeth straightening devices are generally used to guide the development of teeth and jaws in children. Jaw straightening devices are used to align the jaws in the correct position.