Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
Department of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics is the branch of Science and the art of dentistry which deals with the development and anomalies of the teeth and the jaws that affect oral health, esthetic and mental well being of the person. It also deals with the study and treatment of malocclusions, which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships during and after the growth is completed.
This department deals with the treatment of malaligned or misplaced teeth and abnormalities of the jaws, requiring special expertise. Under the direct supervision of the specialists, multidisciplinary treatments for those suffering from facial deformity like cleft palate and other patients with special needs are performed in the department.
Beyond the teaching activities the department serves diverse populations of patients, their communities utilizing modern tools like digital x-rays and digital photographs and orthodontic software for diagnosis and treatment planning.
The vision of our Department is to make a universal impact by leading care providers from the “experienced based” art of orthodontics to the research tested knowledge base necessary to achieve quality treatment for individual patients.
This department uses Braces and Aligners to treat all malocclusions such as crowding, spacing, deep bite, open bite within the limitations and under the supervision of certified Orthodontists.
This department utilizes : Fixed appliance treatment with metal brackets, Fixed appliance treatment with self ligating brackets, Fixed appliance treatment with Ceramic brackets U-L, Removable appliance, Removable functional appliance, Fixed functional appliance, Headgear, RME, Ni-Ti Palatal expander, Reversepull headgear, Chin cup, Lingual Bonded Retainer, Essix / Biostar Retainer, Quad Helix/lip bumper, Microimplants s.k, Dentos Microimplants [anchorage]
Highlights : Self ligating brackets: Using an innovative spring clip to straighten teeth, these braces apply a gentle, continuous force to align teeth into the proper positions. These braces don’t require any elastic ties to hold the wire, resulting in more comfort, less frequent and shorter appointments. They are also smaller than traditional metal brackets, making them easier to clean and less noticeable.
Surgical Orthodontics: While orthodontics repositions teeth, surgical orthodontics (also known as orthognathic surgery) corrects jaw irregularities to improve your ability to chew, speak, and breathe, as well as provide an improved facial appearance. This helps make sure teeth are in their proper positions after surgery.
Dentofacial Orthopedics: Certain appliances like Headgear and Functional appliances are used to redirect the growth in children, thereby correcting the skeletal malocclusions and improving their profile.
