Introduction
Today, orthodontic therapy seems more accessible than ever: fixed braces, clear aligners, digital planning… it all seems simple. But behind every properly moved tooth is science, experience, and precision – and a person who knows how to lead it.
A dentist is not the same as an orthodontist.
All orthodontists are dentists. But not all dentists are orthodontists.
An orthodontist is a dental doctor who, after 6 years of college, has completed an additional specialization in orthodontics, which lasts another 3 to 4 years. During this period, under expert supervision, he undergoes hundreds of cases, complex therapies and thoroughly studies the biomechanics of teeth, the growth and development of the jaw, and the stability of the bite.
What could possibly go wrong?
When orthodontic treatment is performed by a non-specialist, the risks are serious and often irreparable:
– Incorrect tooth movement can disrupt the bite
– Excessive or incorrect force can cause bone loss or gum recession
– Neglecting function leads to problems with the temporomandibular joint
– Aesthetics without stability – teeth return to their old positions
Orthodontics is not ‘teeth make-up’
Orthodontic therapy is not just an aesthetic correction. It is a complex procedure that must take into account:
– breathing patterns
– tongue position and speech function
– bite stability
– jaw development in children
– long-term sustainability of therapy in adults
Orthodontists often correct other people’s mistakes.
We are increasingly seeing patients who have already undergone ‘orthodontic therapy’ – Most often conducted by a dentist without specialization – and are now seeking correction:
– the teeth have returned to their old position
– the bite is unstable and functionally impaired
– jaw pain and headaches have appeared
– the gums have receded, the teeth have been knocked out of the bone
– the result is aesthetically poor, and the options for correction are limited
What does that mean to you?
The first treatment should be the only one. Because teeth, bone and the jaw joint have a biological tolerance threshold.
If this threshold is exceeded – due to poor treatment – repairs become:
– more expensive
– more time-consuming
– and sometimes impossible without permanent consequences
Conclusion
Teeth are not just aesthetics. They are the foundation of health, speech, chewing, and smiling.
And for such an important treatment – don’t settle for anything less than an orthodontist.
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In our office, every therapy is led by a licensed orthodontic specialist – because we know that knowledge is the difference between progress and error.