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Orthodontics is defined by the American Association of Orthodontics as, "the branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. The practice of orthodontics requires professional skill in the design, application and control of corrective appliances to bring teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment and to achieve facial balance."
Orthodontic treatment can be carried out for purely aesthetic reasons with regards to improving the general appearance of patients' teeth. However, orthodontists also work on reconstructing the entire jaw rather than focusing exclusively on teeth. Treatment is also often prescribed for practical reasons such as providing the patient with a functionally improved bite (occlusion).
At our specialty office, Rane’s Dental Aesthetics, our Orthodontist is extremely skilled in using metal wires and brackets (braces) to align teeth for kids and adults or Invisalign the clear alternative to braces whichever is more apt for the patient.
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Orthodontics 
