
Orthodontics is a speciality of dentistry that deals with the treatment of malocclusions, as well as with the disproportionate jaw relationship.
Besides the aesthetical function, orthodontics is necessary for preserving the entire masticatory system and the organism itself. Proper position of the teeth in the jaw protects the supporting gum tissue form decay, overstraining and even tooth loss. A proportionate jaw relationship is also important to prevent overstraining, headaches and problems with the jaw joint.
There are mobile and fixed orthodontics, depending on how the orthodontic apparatus has been placed in.
Mobile corrective dental apparatuses can be taken out by the patient himself and are fabricated in our dental technical laboratory.
Fixed corrective dental apparatuses are permanently fixed on your teeth until orthodontic therapy ends; they are placed directly in the mouth by the orthodontist.
The success depends on the time period the apparatus is being effective, therefore, fixed dental apparatuses are more efficient and the success more granted. In many cases, orthodontics and its therapy offer the more qualitative solutions when it comes to missing teeth.
Besides, orthodontic therapies are the best preventive measures against dental caries in areas which are unreachable by conventional toothbrush. Orthodontically corrected teeth should not be neglected. The financial means invested in the orthodontic therapy will pay off, and the positive consequences of that orthodontic therapy are permanent; it will preserve your teeth and will leave behind a beautiful smile on your face.