Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopaedics is the formal name of the dental specialty concerned with the diagnosis, prevention, interception, guidance, and correction of bad bites. The purpose of

orthodontic treatment is to create a healthy bite—straight teeth that properly meet opposing teeth in the opposite jaw. A good bite makes it easier for you to bite, chew and speak.

If your teeth are crowded, protrusive, spaced too far apart, meet in an abnormal way, or do not meet at all, correction may be recommended. Braces and aligners are the “appliances” orthodontists most commonly use to guide your teeth into their proper positions. Retainers preserve and stabilize the results of your orthodontic treatment.

Orthodontists are dental specialists who are trained in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. They provide a wide range of treatment options such as braces, Invisalign/clear aligners, and plates to straighten crooked teeth, fix bad bites and align the jaws correctly.