Bite Correction

• Normal jaw relationship
• Crowding, spacing, or rotated teeth
• Most treatable with standard orthodontics

• Upper teeth protrude forward
• Lower jaw positioned too far back
• Division 1: Front teeth stick out
• Division 2: Front teeth tilt inward

• Lower jaw protrudes forward
• Often requires surgical correction in adults

• Upper teeth cover lower teeth too much
• Can damage the palate
• Increases risk of periodontal disease

• Front teeth don't touch when biting
• Caused by thumb sucking or genetics
• Affects speech and eating

• Upper teeth sit inside lower teeth
• Can affect front or back teeth
• Requires early treatment to avoid asymmetric growth

• Facial symmetry analysis
• TMJ evaluation
• Tooth-by-tooth evaluation
• Space analysis for crowding

• 3D CBCT scans for precise bone visualization
• Digital impressions for treatment planning
• Cephalometric X-rays for growth analysis

• Virtual simulation of tooth movement
• Predictable result visualization
• Accurate timeline estimation

Metal Braces

• Most effective for complex cases
• Self-ligating options reduce treatment time
• Cost-effective solution

Ceramic Braces

• Tooth-colored for better aesthetics
• Same effectiveness as metal
• Slightly higher cost

• Nearly invisible treatment
• Removable for eating and cleaning
• Ideal for mild to moderate cases
• Require excellent compliance

• Brackets placed behind teeth
• Completely invisible
• Require specialized orthodontist

• Herbst appliance for overbites
• Face mask for prognathism
• Palatal expanders for crossbites
• More effective during growth spurts

• For severe skeletal discrepancies
• Combined with orthodontic treatment
• Total treatment time 18-24 months
• Spectacular functional improvements

• Intercepts developing problems
• Guides jaw growth
• Prevents need for extractions
• Reduces complexity of future treatment

• Optimal time for complete correction
• Uses growth for better results
• Full range of treatment options
• Better compliance than adults

• No growth modification possible
• May require surgery for skeletal problems
• Aesthetic options preferred
• Often requires interdisciplinary care

• Simple alignment: 6-12 months
• Moderate correction: 12-18 months
• Complex cases: 18-24 months
• Surgical cases: 24-36 months total

• Initial alignment (3-6 months)
• Major corrections (6-12 months)
• Finishing and details (3-6 months)
• Retention (lifetime)

• Teeth naturally move over time
• Periodontal fibers have "memory"
• Growth changes continue into adulthood

Removable Retainers

• Worn every night long-term
• Easy to clean
• Require compliance

Fixed Retainers

• Wire bonded behind teeth
• No compliance needed
• Permanent solution

• Patient compliance
• Regular follow-ups
• Appropriate oral hygiene
• Achieving functional occlusion

• First orthodontic screening at age 7
• Early signs: crowding, crossbites, habits
• Better to prevent than correct

• It's never too late for treatment
• Consider health over aesthetics
• TMJ symptoms justify evaluation
• Missing teeth affect occlusion

• Professional certification preferred
• Experience with your specific problem
• Technology and treatment options
• Clear communication style

• Treatment options for your case
• Duration and expected results
• Emergency care availability

Simple cases: 6-12 months. Complex cases: 18-36 months.

Yes. Adult orthodontics is very successful, although severe skeletal problems may require surgery.

Clear aligners work well for mild to moderate cases. Complex occlusions may require traditional braces.

Untreated malocclusion leads to tooth wear, TMJ problems, periodontal disease, and potential tooth loss.