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Orthodontic treatment is a comprehensive treatment that includes many procedures. Thanks to this treatment, teeth alignment and jaw posture correction can be done in a way that will offer permanent results.
Orthodontic treatment is usually a treatment that includes methods such as wearing braces. Thanks to orthodontic treatments, teeth straightening procedures can be performed in a way that can provide reliable and permanent solutions. In this way, both aesthetic smile appearance is achieved and dysfunctions caused by the shape of the tooth can be corrected. These treatments are performed by orthodontists, who are orthodontic specialists, not dentists. Since orthodontists are concerned with the alignment of teeth and jaw alignment, they make treatment plans that offer reliable and effective solutions.
How is Orthodontic Treatment Performed?
How orthodontic treatment will be performed may vary depending on the problem and the application determined in accordance with this problem. Therefore, in order to understand how orthodontic treatment will be performed, it is necessary to know the applications made within the scope of this treatment.
Transparent Plate Application
Clear aligners are an orthodontic treatment that has become popular in recent years. In some cases,clear aligners are used to reinforce treatments such as braces . In some cases, it is used alone. The cases where clear aligners are used alone are usually in cases where there is no major deformity or alignment problem in the tooth. Clear aligners are produced using acrylic material or flexible plastic. Transparent aligners, which are designed to be personalized, sit on the person’s teeth with their flexible structure and perform the tooth correction process without disturbing them. Clear aligners can be ideal for individuals with minor alignment issues, especially those who do not want to undergo more laborious and difficult treatments such as braces.
Classic Metal Braces
Classic metal braces are the most preferred orthodontic treatment. Classic metal braces, which is a very effective application fortooth alignment, is also known as device braces. In classical metal braces application, brackets are placed on the tooth surface in a fixed manner. Arc wires are placed inside these brackets. The archwires pass through the brackets and are connected to each other through materials such as rubber. In this way, a pressure is applied to the tooth and the tooth alignment process is performed.
Classic metal braces are generally preferred by individuals who have very obvious alignment problems in more than one tooth. The colors and patterns of materials such as brackets and archwires used in this application can be changed according to the appearance that the individual wants to achieve. In this way, the individual does not need to give up his/her aesthetic appearance during the classical metal braces treatment applied while trying to achieve an aesthetic dental appearance.
Covered Braces
Capped braces offer an ideal treatment for individuals who are uncomfortable with materials such as rubber used in conventional metal braces. In capped braces treatment, capped brackets are used. These capped brackets allow the braces to be connected to each other through the cover parts. In this way, tooth alignment can be done without the uncomfortable effect of tire use. Thanks to the metal braces passing through the capped brackets, pressure is applied to the teeth and the teeth that are misaligned become correctly aligned over time. Braces with caps can appeal to people who do not want to be uncomfortable while wearing braces and who want to achieve a simpler appearance in the mouth.
Porcelain Braces
Porcelain braces, also known as white braces, are a type of wire that does not cause any disturbance in terms of aesthetic appearance while providing a solution for tooth alignment . Therefore, using porcelain braces can be an ideal option for individuals who are concerned about the appearance of braces. The brackets used in porcelain braces are brackets that look white in color but also have a transparent structure. The fact that the brackets are made of high quality materials such as glass slika also offers an advantage in terms of friction. In addition to this, the braces that pass through these transparent and glass clica brackets are usually white in color. In this way, you can get an aesthetic appearance during the use of porcelain braces, just as if there is no wire on your teeth. Porcelain braces are an advantageous option not only in terms of appearance but also in terms of functionality as they are produced using quality materials.
Internal Braces
Internal braces is a method that can appeal to individuals who want to undergo braces treatment without disrupting their aesthetic smile appearance. In internal braces treatment, unlike classical dental treatments, brackets are attached to the inner part of the tooth, not the outer surface of the tooth. Metal wires are passed through these brackets. In this way, thanks to a pressure applied from the inner surface of the tooth, the teeth are aligned properly. Internal braces are more laborious than conventional braces. In addition, since it is glued towards the tongue, the control and compression processes can also be more challenging. However, the fact that the internal braces do not spoil the aesthetic appearance in any way is too advantageous to be overlooked.
Appliance (Mouthpiece)
An appliance is an orthodontic treatment that has the effect of correcting jaw malocclusionin addition to tooth alignment. The appliance is a material that is usually attached to the upper palate to affect the upper jaw. Thanks to this material, the position of the teeth and the structure of the jaw bones can be corrected. Appliances are divided into two as fixed and removable. Fixed appliances are a material that is fixed through brackets and wires, just like braces.
The fixed appliance can be removed not by the individual but by the orthodontist. In addition, fixed appliances should not be removed during the treatment process except for cleaning times. Removable appliances, as the name suggests, can also be removed by the individual. Plastic body and metal wires are used in removable appliances. However, contrary to popular belief, removable appliances do not work by wearing them for only a few hours a day. These appliances should be worn for at least 15 – 16 hours a day.
Who Can Receive Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontic treatment can be applied to individuals who have problems with tooth alignment and have jaw joint disorders. Applications such as braces within the scope of this treatment can be applied to both adults and children. In some cases, treatments performed at pediatric ages become much easier and faster because tooth and jaw development is not complete. For this reason, many physicians say that no time should be wasted to apply orthodontic treatments.
Is a Tooth Extracted in Orthodontic Treatment?
Teeth can be extracted in orthodontic treatment. In some cases, orthodontists may recommend tooth extraction in order for the treatments to work more accurately and for the individual to have a much healthier tooth or jaw structure. In particular, tooth extraction may be required within the scope of dental treatment in cases such as a space limitation in the jaw that prevents treatment. However, you need to get the most accurate and precise information about this issue from an orthodontist, as whether or not to extract teeth in orthodontic treatment can vary from individual to individual.
At What Age Does Orthodontic Treatment Start in Children?
How Long Does Orthodontic Braces Treatment Take?
What are the Challenges of Orthodontic Treatment?
- Brackets cause sores in areas such as the inside of the cheek at first,
- Brackets and elastics applied to the outer surface of the tooth can look bad,
- Making teeth cleaning more difficult,
- It can cause shaking and pain in the teeth,
- Inability to consume certain foods and drinks,
- The materials used may interfere with speaking, eating and drinking at first.
The difficulties of orthodontic treatment are usually seen during the first weeks of the treatment, which is the adjustment period. In addition, you can overcome the challenges of orthodontic treatment by working together with an orthodontist who will take into account your wishes and needs. In addition, you should not forget that you need to take care of your oral and dental health to overcome these difficulties.
Frequently asked questions
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How Much Are Orthodontic Treatment Prices?
Orthodontic treatment prices may vary according to the duration of treatment and the methods to be applied in the treatment. In particular, the material choices made for the applications used in the treatment can lead to an increase or decrease in the price. For example, if ceramic brackets are chosen instead of metal brackets to be used in the application, this can lead to an increase in price. In addition, the choice of innovative techniques such as internal and invisible braces can also increase the price.
How Many Months Does Orthodontic Treatment Take?
The duration of orthodontic treatment may vary depending on the purpose of the treatment and the applications used in the treatment. In particular, treatments using non-fixed materials such as aligners and removable appliances may last longer than treatments such as classical braces. The main reason for this is that these materials provide advantages in terms of appearance and convenience, while applying less pressure on the teeth and jaw bones.
When Does Orthodontic Treatment Begin with the Use of Tires?
When the use of tires in orthodontic treatment begins may vary from patient to patient. However, in general, it can be seen that individuals with orthodontic treatment are recommended to use tires in the last months of their treatment. In addition, in some cases, such as when the teeth of the pole are very misaligned, it may be recommended to use tires for long periods of time, such as 6 – 8 hours daily from the beginning of the treatment. You can find out the best time to use a tire during orthodontic treatment from your doctor.
How Should Nutrition Be During Orthodontic Treatment?
Nutrition in orthodontic treatment is determined according to the general health status of the person and the treatment method applied. However, there are some foods and drinks that are forbidden to be consumed in almost all orthodontic treatments. For example, hard foods such as carrots, candies that stick to the teeth such as chewing gum and acidic drinks such as cola should never be consumed. These foods and drinks affect the orthodontic treatment process very negatively. When the hardness and acidity of these foods come together with the pressure applied to the teeth in orthodontic treatments, even very negative events such as tooth loss can occur.
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