Protective and Preventive Orthodontics

Oral and dental health, if not guided correctly from childhood, can lead to orthodontic problems in later ages. Protective and preventive orthodontics covers applications that can be done before these problems arise or progress.

What is Protective Orthodontics?

Protective orthodontics includes measures taken before a disorder occurs in the tooth and jaw structure. It aims to preserve the existing healthy structure and prevent future orthodontic problems.

What are Protective Orthodontic Applications?

• Prevention of premature loss of primary teeth
• Early treatment of tooth decay
• Controlling oral habits such as thumb sucking and prolonged pacifier use
• Regular dental check-ups

What is Preventive Orthodontics?

Preventive orthodontics aims to stop the progression of orthodontic problems that have started but have not yet advanced. It provides early intervention to prevent the existing problem from progressing.

What are Preventive Orthodontic Applications?

• Preservation of tooth spaces with space maintainers
• Jaw guidance with simple appliances
• Elimination of conditions that may lead to crowding
• Early treatment for jaw narrowness

Who is Protective and Preventive Orthodontics Applied To?

• Children aged 3–6
• Children aged 6–12
• Individuals experiencing early tooth loss
• Children at risk of jaw development disorders
• Children with oral habits

What Problems Does Protective and Preventive Orthodontics Prevent?

• Dental crowding
• Jaw narrowness
• Upper and lower jaw incompatibilities
• Impacted teeth
• Speech and chewing problems

What are the Advantages of Protective and Preventive Orthodontics?

• Shorter orthodontic treatment process
• Reduced need for braces treatment
• Lower treatment cost
• Preservation of the child's self-confidence
• Correct guidance of jaw and facial development

Protective and Preventive Orthodontics Prices

Protective and preventive orthodontics prices vary depending on individuals' needs, the experience of the practitioner, the healthcare center where the application will be performed, and the city.