ORTHODONTICS

Orthodontics is a field of dentistry focused on diagnosing, preventing, և and treating dental and jaw abnormalities. It involves: - understanding the causes and development of jaw and bite irregularities, - improving diagnostic techniques, - developing treatment and prevention methods, - guiding jaw growth, - restoring proper function of the dental system, and - studying the overall influence of these conditions on health and development.

Indications for Visiting an Orthodontist:

• Incorrect alignment of the upper and lower jaws
• Mispositioned teeth in the dental arch 
• Crowding or spacing between teeth (diastemas and tremas) 
• Speech or chewing difficulties caused by bite issues
• Orthodontic problems related to mouth breathing
• Aesthetic concerns regarding the smile

When to Visit an Orthodontist?

The optimal age for the first orthodontic evaluation is 6–7 years, when baby teeth begin to be replaced by permanent ones. If there is jaw misalignment, early intervention is beneficial, as the child is still growing — allowing us to guide jaw development in the right direction.

Treatment Options

• Removable Appliances
• Fixed Appliances — Braces

Removable Appliances:

• Trainers

Soft silicone appliances used to correct bite issues and improve muscle function.

• Orthodontic Plates

Acrylic plates used during the mixed dentition period (ages 6–11) to help correct bite before all permanent teeth have erupted.

Fixed Appliances — Braces

Metal Braces

Advantages:

• More cost-effective than ceramic braces
• Often require shorter treatment time

Ceramic Braces

Advantages:

• Nearly invisible, matched to the natural tooth color
• More comfortable and less irritating to gums  
• Hypoallergenic

Modern orthodontics, following advanced technologies, has developed a comfortable method for teeth alignment —orthodontic aligners,which are completely invisible on the teeth and cause no discomfort.

Aligners

Aligners are suitable for correcting a wide range of bite and alignment issues.

Advantages:

• Almost invisible — made from clear biopolymer material
• The final treatment outcome can be previewed digitally in advance
• Hypoallergenic 
• Do not cause irritation to the lips, tongue, or cheeks
• Custom-made using precise 3D scanning and modeling
• Do not require special hygiene tools

Treatment Duration and Recommendations Braces are typically worn for 1 to 3 years, depending on the individual case. Wearing braces requires: - Careful food choices - Thorough oral hygiene - Regular orthodontic check-ups Following the orthodontist’s recommendations ensures the best outcome: a healthy bite, functional comfort, and a beautiful smile.