The differentiation can be perplexing since some dentists promote that they provide orthodontic work, which many patients mistake to indicate and they are under the impression that their dentist is an orthodontist. A basic dental degree, such as a Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc or BDS), will be held by your general dentist. On the other hand, orthodontists that specialize in orthodontics have earned a master’s degree in dental studies, such as MDSc or MOrth. If you want to be certain that the individual doing your orthodontic treatment is an expert, check to see if they have this extra Master’s degree. Dentists and orthodontists can join a variety of organizations and groups in addition to their major degrees.
As orthodontic treatment is majorly concerned with teeth straightening, certified orthodontists may recommend you some of the following treatments to treat an array of orthodontic issues such as crooked teeth, jaw problems, spacing, bite issues, etc.
- Invisalign braces: This is a set of removable transparent plastic aligners. These Invisalign aligners or plastic trays can be used to treat a variety of orthodontic issues, including crooked teeth, malocclusion, and tooth gaps. These are specially designed to fit the contour of your teeth, allowing them to fit tightly over your teeth and be worn the whole day, except for chewing and cleaning. Based on a 3-D picture of your teeth, our orthodontist manufactures the Invisalign trays. A new aligner tray will be provided every two weeks, tailoring the teeth’ current position.
- Metal braces: The standard way of straightening teeth is using metal braces. It is an inexpensive option when compared to more complex procedures. This method involves the use of metal brackets, elastics, and a retractable wire to move the teeth to the appropriate angles. Our orthodontists will make the adjustments to the wire and elastics at your follow-up appointments.
- Lingual braces: Identical to metal braces, lingual braces are placed on the inside surfaces of the teeth.
- Ceramic braces: These function in the very same way as standard braces, but rather than using metal brackets, they employ ceramic brackets. Due to the clear aesthetic feature, these are practically unnoticeable when compared to metal ones.