What is orthodontics?

The objective of contemporary orthodontics is a well-proportioned face as well as an esthetic and stable dentition. The specialty of orthodontics requires the professional skill in the application, design and control of corrective appliances and braces to bring teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment and to achieve facial balance.

Orthodontics is one of seven specialty areas of dentistry. Diagnosing, preventing and treating of dental and facial irregularities are part of orthodontics. Through specialty training, a doctor learns the skills required to manage tooth movement and guide facial development and thus practice orthodontics.