What is Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontics, with a general and brief definition, is a science that corrects the alignment and closing disorders of the teeth. The word orthodontics is a word of Latin origin, ortho; smooth, donto; It is a combination of words meaning tooth. In some countries, this science is also called jaw orthopedics.
Orthodontics, which is a specialty of dentistry, is a science which deals with teeth, jaws and face, their normal structure and development, and the treatment of anomalies and anomalies. Orthodontic treatments provide significant improvements in terms of both aesthetics and health.
Today, orthodontic treatment serves all age groups. According to the results of the studies carried out in recent years, the importance of preventive dentistry all over the world has made people aware of this issue and there has been a noticeable decrease in the cases of dental caries. The interest in orthodontics has increased as a result of the discomforts caused by factors such as using a feeding bottle, biting the lip.
