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Orthodontics is the specialist area of dentistry concerned with the development of the jaws and teeth. It aims to diagnose, prevent and treat dental and facial irregularities. Orthodontic treatment aims to guide the teeth into the correct positions so that they look good in the face as a whole and bite together well.
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Orthodontic treatment of crowded teeth; the canine is being pulled down into proper position with highly flexible co-axial wire |
After 10 months of fixed orthodontic treatment. Further treatment is necessary to correct the bite. |
