Orthodontics Birmingham dentists
Orthodontics is a specialist branch of dentistry which involves the straightening and alignment of teeth. It usually involves wearing a brace or a retainer over a long period of time. Many dentists in Birmingham offer orthodontic treatments. The braces are made from wires and springs attached to tiny metal plates or a plastic mould. The brace applies gentle forces to the teeth and encourages them to adopt a different alignment. The best orthodontic results are achieved with children when their teeth are still growing, many adults have orthodontic treatment but the process takes much longer.
The Birmingham orthodontist will assess the teeth that need to be aligned and create either a fixed or removable brace, which can be adjusted during the course of the treatment to achieve the desired effect. The fixed braces as their name implies are permanent fixtures and are removed at the end of the treatment period, whereas removable braces can be taken off for eating and cleaning but are generally worn at all other times.
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