Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that examines the teeth and jaws in relation to their position to the top, surface and to each other, and provides the diagnosis, protection, prevention and the treatment of anomalies. It is popularly known as “brace treatment”. It is applied not only to resolve aesthetic concerns, but also to correct chewing (mastication) and speech functions.

It has various applications such as space maintainers used in early deciduous tooth loss, fixed and mobile appliances that are used for the treatment of narrow jaw and skeletal anomalies, etc. -usually during adolescence- and adult orthodontics.

Orthodontic examinations should take place as of the ages 7 or 8. Ensuring proper oral hygiene, detecting decayed and missing teeth, protecting the space of the missing teeth, and the treatment of skeletal anomalies during the adolescence are among the early period orthodontic treatments.

It has various applications such as space maintainers used in early deciduous tooth loss, fixed and mobile appliances that are used for the treatment of narrow jaw and skeletal anomalies, etc. -usually during adolescence- and adult orthodontics.

Depending on the severity of the existing anomaly, the length of the applied treatment varies between 9 months and 2.5 years if the patients do not delay their monthly check-ups.

Orthodontic check-up sessions are held at intervals of 4-6 weeks unless there is a special reason.

No pain is observed in the first intraoral (i.e. inside the mouth) application session. After and in between sessions, you can feel a short-term, mild ache caused by the force applied to the teeth. Following your doctor’s recommendations on the subject will facilitate the process of adaptation.

It is vital for the continuity of the treatment that you abide by the eating restrictions that your doctor will explain in detail. In addition, oral hygiene should be at the highest level. Teeth should be brushed after each meal and before going to bed. Moreover, not neglecting the check-up sessions is another important point that affects the course of the treatment.

For the teeth and jaws to adapt to their new positions, consolidation treatment is applied with fixed retainers and removable transparent plaques at varying times, depending on the treatment period. Furthermore, going for routine dental check-ups every 6 months is important for the continuity of both the orthodontic treatment and general oral health.