Q&A
What Is Corrective Orthodontic Treatment?
What is corrective orthodontic treatment? Learn about malocclusion, treatment age and orthodontic options for children and adults in Üsküdar.
Answered by:
Uzman Dr. Dt. Akif Arslan
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Corrective orthodontic treatment involves correcting malocclusions characterized by irregular tooth alignment, as well as abnormalities affecting the jaw and facial bones. These conditions involving the teeth, jaws, and facial structures are also referred to as orthodontic anomalies.
What Causes Orthodontic Anomalies?
Although the exact causes of all dental, jaw, and facial abnormalities are not fully understood, the main contributing factors may include heredity, congenital anomalies, trauma, physical factors, inadequate nutrition, harmful oral habits, and hormonal imbalances.
Is There an Age Limit for Corrective Orthodontic Treatment?
Abnormal relationships between the upper and lower dental arches, known as malocclusions, can be corrected with orthodontic treatment at different ages, provided that oral and dental health conditions are suitable.
Many abnormalities involving the skeletal structures of the jaws and face can be treated using orthodontic or orthopedic methods during childhood, while growth and development are still ongoing. In adults, depending on the severity of the skeletal problem, a combination of orthodontic treatment and orthognathic surgery may be necessary.
Which Methods Are Used in Corrective Orthodontic Treatment?
Depending on the type of orthodontic problem and the patient's age, treatment may involve removable appliances, fixed braces, or clear aligners in suitable cases. The appropriate method is determined after an orthodontic examination, taking into account the individual structure of the patient's teeth and jaws.