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What Should I Do?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 8th, 2009

I am 16 years old and i went to the orthodontist and said that i needed braces on the bottom teeth only. So they said that that mean i have to get braces on my perfectly straight top teeth. Should i get invisalign? My bottom teeth are a little crowded and that’s it.

What Is Orthodontics? Which Schools In The Uk Offer Course Of Studies In This Field?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 6th, 2009

Principles of Orthodontics.

What Is The Best Method? Oral Surgery?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 4th, 2009

Hi, I’ve had bad teeth all my life. They are not horrible but pretty bad. For as long as I can remember i have had two teeth–I think called “canines” in the top front of my mouth that stick out. If i don’t smile and try to talk without opening my mouth wide, it’s hard to notice.
I’ve known that i’ve needed braces all my life but I’ve never gotten them. It was a combination of me having many more important things to worry about and just being scared.
Anyway, here I am, 18 and the last thing i want to do is walk around with a hunk of metal in my mouth. Does anybody have any suggestions? Should I get oral surgery to fix this problem? How much would something like this cost? Would they have to put in fake teeth and how long do those last?
Can orthodontists use invisalign on every patient or just the ones that have slight abnormalities? I know there is a doctor in New York that tries his best with severe cases. Should I go to him?

What Would Work Better…braces Or Invisalign?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 2nd, 2009

All four of my canines are twisted, and I have a lateral next to one of my canines that is back extremely far but not a crossbite. I went to an orthodontist about 4 years ago and said braces for 2 years is the only option. This was before I got my wisdom teeth out. I then got them out about a year later. Do you think the options can change since they’re out now? What do you think? It won’t matter which one, b/c I want perfectly straight teeth. Thank you.

Help Me! I Lost My Invisalign Aligners! What To Do?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 1st, 2009

It’s Thursday night and I believe I lost them yesterday at school. These are the last aligners before getting my final retainers. I’m actually pretty much done but still had to wear them because I have an implant crown that needs to be replaced before getting the final retainer.
I have no contact with my orthodontist until Monday. His office is closed tomorrow. I’ll only be able to see him Monday but the thing is, I feel I really need something to keep my teeth in line before Monday comes along. I know, from experience, that if I don’t wear my aligners for more than one day, my teeth do shift a little (I notice this because when I put my aligners back in, I feel the pressure).
I need something to retain my bite. I have a really nice general dentist. You think I can have her make me a retainer (I’m willing to pay whatever).
I’m just so worried. Advice?

What Should I Do About My Retainer?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 29th, 2009

I’m 17 and a senior in high school. I got braces in the 5th grade and they came off in the 8th grade. When they gave me my retainers, the top was Invisalign and the bottom was like a bumper guard. It ended up rotating one of my teeth. I wore them everyday so my dentist told me to take them off and had my orthodontist make me a new set.
So now my retainers are Invisalign yet I see no changes and it’s been well over a year. I still wear them even though the bottom one has somewhat snapped in half from thorough wear.
I’m worried I’ll have to revert back to braces.
What should I do?

What Other Teeth Options Are There Besides Braces To Fix My Teeth?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 27th, 2009

My orthodontist/doctor says that i need braces. I toldd him that i didn’t want braces, i was wondering if I could have invisaline. He said that it will only last a few years and then your teeth will go back to the way that they are now, my bottom and top rows of teeth are in different places and they need to be slided over. Is there any other way that i can correct my teeth or does anyone have advice for invisalign( if you have had it before).

What Schooling Or Certificates Does It Take For Someone To Become Orthodontics Dentist?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 26th, 2009

I am doing research regarding coming a orthodontist. I am trying to figure out what exactly they do on a day to day basis and what kind of certificates or degrees do they need to get. Also what is the interpersonal relationships of the office and how would one go about achieving professional socialization to fit in to the office.

What Is The Average Cost Of A Sagittal Split Osteotomy?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 23rd, 2009

I have been researching this all over the web and can’t get a concrete estimate. I have been told around 5000, but I need to know for sure so I can know if I can afford to get a loan. I can’t seem to find an insurance policy that includes orthodontics and all oral surgeries are excluded on the policies. I know the braces will cost 5000. I can get assistance from the hospital to cover their costs, but still need to pay the surgeon and anesthesiologist.

What Am I Suppose To Get A Bachelors Degree In When I’m Going Into Orthodontics?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 21st, 2009

I want to go into orthodontics and i’m about to graduate high school… i know i’m suppose to get a bachelors degree, then go to dental school and then do 2-3 years of training… but i don’t know what exactly i’m suppose to get a bachelors degree in. Does anyone have any suggestions or comments or is going through this… i really need help
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Orthodontics may be the specialty of dentistry that's concerned using the study and treatment of malocclusion (improper bites), which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. Orthodontic therapy can focus on dental displacement only, or can deal using the control and modification of facial growth. In the latter case it is better defined as "dentofacial orthopedics". Orthodontic therapy can be carried out for purely aesthetic reasons with regards to improving the general appearance of patients' teeth. Nevertheless, you will find orthodontists who work on reconstructing the whole face rather than focusing exclusively on teeth. Therapy is also frequently prescribed for practical reasons for example providing the patient having a functionally improved bite (occlusion).

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