1. What is orthodontics?
2. Who is an orthodontist
3. What are braces?
4. Why do we need braces?
5. What is malocclusion?
6. Why do people have malocclusion?
7. Things that alert you to go to an Orthodontist
8. At what age should orthodontic treatment begin?
9. What happens if the treatment is delayed?
10. How long does orthodontic treatment take?
11. How does orthodontic treatment work?
12. Do Braces Hurt and cause sores in the mouth
13. Should sports activities be avoided?
14. Will I experience any difficulty in talking
15. Are there any restrictions in eating when the braces are on?
16. Do the braces come off?
17. What happens if you swallow a loose piece of braces?
18.   What are the different kinds of braces?
19. Steps in treatment
20. How much do braces cost
21. Does the Orthodontist remove teeth as part of the treatment
22. What are the parts of the braces?
23. Fixing of the braces
24. Does it hurt when the braces are being fixed?
25. How long does it take to fix the braces?
26. Do I have to go back to the orthodontist after the fixation
27. Does it hurt while removing the braces?
28. Do I have to wear elastics?
28. What happens if you don't change the rubber band?
29. What happens if I swallow the rubber band?
30. Any special oral hygiene procedures during the treatment
31. What are retainers?
32. Why use retainers?
33. What are face bows?
34. Am I too old for the treatment
35. Can the braces be fixed on the inner side of the teeth?

 

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