ORTHODONTIC

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Abnormal alignment of teeth and jaws is very common. Orthodontics addresses diagnosis, prevention, management and correction of mal-positioned teeth and jaws and mal-aligned bite patterns. It also addresses the modification of facial growth known as dentofacial orthopedics.

Different types of braces available today are

• Metal braces
• Ceramic braces
• Self ligating braces
• Lingual braces
• Clear aligners

Though dental corrections can be done at any stage if the periodontal status is good, skeletal corrections can be done only at a younger age, that is between 9 and 14. Usually this is before they have gone through puberty. If they have already gone through it, it will be harder to adjust their jaws and/or teeth, as they have already settled into their post-puberty positions