Orthodontics
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of dental and facial irregularities occurring as a result of:
- A bad bite or malocclusion
- Missing or extra teeth
- Misaligned teeth
- Crooked teeth
- Crowded teeth
- An overbite
- An underbite
- Misaligned jaw position
- A disorder of the jaw joint
Types of Dental Braces
There are different types of braces which are suitable for both adults and children.
These include:
- Invisible braces (invisalign)- Cosmetic braces (ceramic or white brackets)
- Conventional braces ( metal brackets)