Orthodontics is not only for aesthetic purposes, but mainly to restore the normal anatomical position of the teeth, which can restore the normal occlusal function and also the normal chewing force.
1. After the teeth position is twisted and misaligned, it will lead to abnormal occlusal surface coverage. For example, if the upper teeth are anteriorly protruding or the lower teeth are posteriorly retracting, and the upper and lower front teeth are not in contact, it will affect the normal dental development and facial aesthetics, as well as the patient’s chewing power, so it is necessary to restore the teeth to normal through orthodontics.
2. In case of severe bony deformity, patients should also cooperate with oral surgery orthognathic surgery in order to achieve the ideal appearance and occlusal function.
The best age range for orthodontic treatment is 12~15 years old, after the period of replacement teeth, when the complete permanent teeth period, the jawbone grows vigorously at that age, and there is a greater potential for the growth of the alveolar bone to be reconstructed, and with the orthodontic appliances, the teeth can be prompted to recover more quickly. In adulthood, because the alveolar bone development has been completed, the orthodontic time will be longer.