Becoming an Orthodontist
A person who wants to become an orthodontist must first graduate, from dental school. He or she then undergoes two to three more years of education specializing, in orthodontics. Upon successful completion of this education, he or she becomes an orthodontist, may choose to join the American Association of Orthodontists, and can begin orthodontic practice.
What an Orthodontist Does
An orthodontist specializes, in the alignment of the teeth and jaws. Correct alignment is important, with respect to your ability to bite, to chew, and to speak. Braces are used to align teeth. An orthodontist knows how to fit braces to a patient’s mouth and how to properly adjust the braces so that the teeth begin to move. Everyone has a different set of teeth so every set of braces is custom fit, for each and every patient.
Braces consist of a U-shaped wire (known as an arch wire) and brackets that wraparound the teeth. Clear rubber bands are used to attach the brackets to the arch wire. Modern braces make use of less metal than their predecessors. The brackets aren’t as big as they once were. Brackets can be made out, of white ceramic. Those that are blend, in with the teeth. When white ceramic brackets are used, they are placed, on the front teeth. Braces are not as conspicuous as they once were. Braces are used to apply pressure to the teeth and to move them where they need to go. Teeth aren’t moved suddenly. They are moved gradually over a period of time. The braces have to be periodically tightened and adjusted to keep them moving.
Once your braces have been removed, a retainer will be used to keep your teeth in place and to allow bone to grow around them. If a retainer isn’t used, your teeth will gradually drift back to where they once were. Therefore, wearing a retainer is nearly as important as the braces themselves.
Reasons to Wear Braces
Some people may think that braces don’t look good or are uncomfortable. You shouldn’t give either of these ideas any credibility. Those who wear braces are doing so, because they know that the end result is worthwhile. Straight and correctly aligned teeth look good. Crooked teeth don’t. You may choose an orthodontist in Rancho Cucamonga to fit braces so that you may wear a bright smile, on your face.