"Especialidades odontológicas: Ortodoncia "

Hello to all my dear steemian friends,

Today I am very pleased to leave my participation once again in Healthy Steam, in the contest " Dental Expert: Orthodontics " organized by @helengutier.
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https://steemit.com/hive-168205/@helengutier2/especialidades-odontologicas-ortodoncia-concurso

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What is orthodontics and in which cases is it necessary to use it?

Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention and correction of the position and alignment of the teeth and jaws.

Orthodontics is used to treat a wide range of problems such as:

Crooked teeth:

Crooked teeth not only look bad, but they can also cause problems with chewing and speaking.

Jaw problems:

Jaw problems, such as an underbite or overbite, also cause problems with chewing, speaking and breathing.

Spaces between teeth:

Spaces between teeth not only look bad, but they also increase the risk of tooth decay and gum disease.

Orthodontics can be used to treat both children and adults.

In children, orthodontics is usually used to straighten teeth and correct jaw growth while in adults, orthodontics is usually used to straighten teeth and correct jaw problems.

There are many different techniques used in orthodontics treatment such as-

Braces:
Braces are metal or plastic appliances worn on the teeth that gradually straighten the teeth.

Aligners:
Aligners are removable appliances made of plastic that gradually straighten the teeth.

Surgery:
Sometimes in some cases surgery is required to correct jaw problems.

Have you had orthodontics? Let me know how your experience was and if you haven't, do you think you need them?

No I have never had orthodontics and by God's grace I don't need it.

Tell me what are the components of orthodontic appliances?

The two essential components of orthodontics appliances are brackets and wires. Brackets are metal or ceramic and come in various shapes.

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Tell me what are the steps of orthodontics?

There are several steps in orthodontics which include:

Diagnosis:
The orthodontist examines the patient's teeth and jaw to determine if there is a problem. They use x-rays, photographs and models to identify how the teeth and jaws are aligned.

Treatment planning:
The orthodontist develops an individualized treatment plan for the patient. The treatment plan involves the use of different types of appliances such as braces, retainers, headgear.

Treatment:
The orthodontist uses appliances to gradually move the patient's teeth and jaw. Treatment may take many months or even years.

Retention:
When the teeth and jaws are in the correct position, the orthodontist uses retainers to hold them in place. Sometimes retainers need to be worn for life.

What are the benefits of orthodontics:
A better smile, improved oral health, improved chewing and speaking abilities, and increased self-confidence.

I heartily thank @helengutier2 for organizing this informative competition.

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