Bring your bite and smile into alignment

Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with teeth alignment to correct malocclusions (improper bites) and also the modification of facial growth. While orthodontic treatment has traditionally been recommended for functional reasons (i.e. to improve a patient’s bite), it is increasingly used for aesthetic reasons to improve a person’s appearance.

Common problems corrected using orthodontic appliances (such as braces and Invisalign) include improperly aligned teeth, crowded or unevenly spaced teeth, protruding teeth, extra or missing teeth, misaligned jaws and bite problems.

Alignment problems could also have arisen through accidents (e.g. jaw fracture), prolonged thumb sucking or pacifier sucking in older children, missing teeth, premature or late loss of baby teeth, tumors in the mouth, dental disease or improperly fitted fillings, crowns or braces.

Orthodontists also work closely with other specialists such as oral & maxillofacial surgeons, prosthodontists, periodontists and paedodontists to ensure a comprehensive and seamless approach to your dental treatment.