A smile is one of the
best assets a person can have, and as far as aesthetics are
concerned, having a set of perfectly aligned teeth is a must.
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that addresses the misalignment
of teeth. It is rooted from the term orthodontia─ from the Greek
word orthos, meaning "straight, perfect or proper"─
and dontos, which means "teeth". Orthodontics
specialists are referred to as orthodontists.
To address the
misalignment of teeth, orthodontists install dental devices such as
braces, which are constituted by brackets, wires, and bands. Metal
wires pass through the brackets and are attached to the bands.
Monthly adjustments to the wire are done to help the teeth move into
place. The color of the bands usually vary every adjustment period.
Usually, orthodontists give the patients the leeway to choose their
desired band color.
Orthodontists are not
specifically confined to straightening teeth; they also touch on
cosmetic dentistry which focuses on smile transformation. Teeth
whitening has been on the rise in previous years as it significantly
removes the discoloration of the teeth. Enamel shaping is another
trend that is done primarily to reshape the tooth and to remove some
of the enamel by means of filing. Due to varying beauty demands, even
reality shows partake in promoting a healthier smile.
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