Braces - why do young people want to wear them?
How do young people view malocclusion? Do they want to wear braces? If so, why? And if not, how do we convince them? Thanks to researchers in Brazil, we know the answer to these questions.
Orthodontic appliance step by step
Orthodontic treatment is used when malocclusion is diagnosed, which is a common problem in children at various stages of development. Nowadays, orthodontic surgeries can also find adult patients...
Modern orthodontic appliances with self-ligating brackets
Orthodontic braces are designed to treat mal occlusion - crooked teeth (crowding of teeth) are the most common reason for the fitting of fixed braces. To date, orthodontic appliances have used a...
Non-extraction orthodontics - characteristics
In the current era of orthodontic treatment, extraction is no longer necessary in many cases. As studies show, the results of treatment with the non-extraction technique give better results,...
Braces worn at night
Everyone wants healthy and straight teeth, which is why braces have now become very common. In addition to traditional fixed braces, there are also removable braces - fitted mainly at night. Is it...
Snoring? Your dentist can help
A large proportion of the population suffers from snoring - 40% of women and 60% of men. Many people underestimate this "loud" ailment, not realising that untreated snoring has serious and dangerous...
Complications following the use of braces
Orthodontic treatment, although known for centuries, today takes on a slightly different form mainly due to the growing aesthetic needs of orthodontic clinic clients. We are talking about cosmetic...
Braces
Every one of us dreams of having healthy, straight and white teeth. Not only do they make us look better, but they also make us more confident. Straight teeth give us a chance to eliminate or at...
Troublesome braces
Unglued rings, brackets, as well as pain or irritation. Everything cannot be predicted. Although when fitting braces the orthodontist provides a compendium of knowledge on how they work, unexpected...
Internal braces
Do you dream of having perfect teeth, but can't imagine wearing visible braces for months on end? Internal orthodontic braces can solve this problem.
Straightening trays - facts and myths
Straightening trays are an innovative method for the correction of malocclusion. It is an ideal solution for people with crooked teeth who are not convinced by treatment with traditional braces, for...
'Ugly duckling' at the orthodontist
When the long-awaited permanent teeth appear and yet the child's smile still cannot be called "Hollywood", many parents panic. The new ones are crooked and there seems to be a lack of space in the...
Orthodontic treatment and patient age - when can braces be fitted?
Patients going to the dentist for a check-up or follow-up often ask the question regarding at what age can orthodontic treatment begin?
When to get braces?
Nowadays, more and more people want to have a beautiful, healthy and white smile. Importantly, everyone wants to have straight teeth. A correct bite makes it easier to take care of oral hygiene...
Developmental disorders of the teeth
Developmental disordersof the teeth can become apparent during the first teething period (deciduous teeth) and the second teething period (permanent teeth). These disorders concern the teething...
Types of braces
Nowadays, orthodontics is a modern, rapidly developing technique. It allows treatment at almost any age.
What is hyperdontia?
Hyperdontia is nothing more than having an extra number of teeth than you should have. These teeth may show normal or abnormal structure. Importantly, there are two types of hyperdontia: real...
Braces - all about braces
Braces are used to form a correct bite, which makes it easier to keep your mouth clean by having access to all your teeth, makes it easier to floss and prevents decay or tartar build-up and the...
