Braces are a common orthodontic option used to straighten teeth for people who have crooked teeth or a misaligned bite. Orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry which deals with the correction of dentofacial abnormalities.
How do you know if you need braces?
- Early, late, or irregular loss of baby teeth.
- Difficulty in chewing or biting.
- Crowding, misplaced, or blocked-out teeth.
- Jaws that shift or make sounds.
- Biting the cheek or roof of the mouth.
- Teeth that meet abnormally or not at all.
Types of Braces
1. Metal braces/Traditional Braces: These are the metal brackets and wires that most people picture when they hear the word "braces".
2. Ceramic Braces: Ceramic braces are the same size and shape as metal braces, except that they have tooth-coloured or clear brackets that blend into teeth.
3. Lingual Braces
4. Invisalign