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Orthodontics by Dr. Joseph Thomas

Orthodontics is probably the earliest recognised and best known speciality in dentistry. It is that branch which deals with the correct alignment of teeth and the jaws. An orthodontist is also an expert in dento-facial orthopaedics which means that along with realigning teeth, an orthodontist also realigns the jaw incase of misalignment leading to a faulty bite, gum and teeth infections etc.

It is thought that nearly 45-70% of people need orthodontic treatment. Most start treatment in childhood around 9-14 yrs of age though some bite problems may be tackled at an earlier too. This specialisation is of great help to those who have misaligned teeth and severe bite problems with the use of braces, brackets, bands and newer tools like invisalign.

But as with any dental treatment, the success depends largely on the dentist. Orthodontists are all dentists, but only about 6 % of dentists are qualified as orthodontists as it takes another 2-3 years of training after the basic degree to become an orthodontist. Though many dentists may perform orthodontic procedures, they may not be qualified to do so.

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About the Author

Dr. Joseph Thomas is a famous Cosmetic Dentist in Billings, MT. He is specialist in Cosmetic Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry, Implant Dentistry, and Sedation Dentistry. For more information visit his website: http://cosmeticdentistrybillings.com