The orthodontic is known as a specialty that exist within dentistry, within it is studied the defects existing in teeth of humans and how to correct them. Within this branch of oral health, it is sought to correct the location of dental bones that are poorly positioned, as well as the teeth themselves, it is usually achieved through perfecting the bite between them.
If the teeth are defective, there is a greater risk of presenting periodontal diseases, they generally occur because the poor position of the teeth does not allow them to be properly cleaned, these pathologies result in pain in the chewing muscles and therefore trigger pain in the teeth. head and in the worst case they can cause premature loss of teeth that normally occur due to cavities produced in them.
In orthodontics, different treatments are applied that seek to correct the defective position in which the teeth naturally come, in addition to preventing possible alterations that may occur in them through an early diagnosis through different maxillofacial studies, such as plates, to be able to provide adequate oral health. Although it is not only about health, which is extremely important, the physical appearance that can be achieved thanks to orthodontics is also considered among the reasons for dental correction, since a denture in an inappropriate position deteriorates the appearance.
The method used to perform dental straightening has to do with the use and control of different types of forces, within which there are two ways used in orthodontics, on the one hand there is the so-called fixed appliance, which consists of applying different elements in the teeth, known as bands and brackets which adhere to them so that it is difficult to remove them, in addition to these, thin and flexible metal wires made of nickel and titanium are fixed. And on the other hand, there are removable appliances, which can be removed by the user or patient.to be able to eat and perform oral hygiene. Each of them has different benefits and in both cases the patient must regularly attend consultations with the orthodontist in order to adjust the appliances and achieve the desired effect.
