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2. Jaw wiring - Wikipedia

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   The second type of jaw wiring is called orthodontic jaw wiring (OJW) or dental jaw wiring, [9] and can be used as a treatment for obesity and compulsive overeating. In this procedure, a dentist or orthodontist attaches braces to certain teeth (typically the canines and premolars ) and inserts wiring, but not elastics, between the upper and ...

3. Dental braces - Wikipedia

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   A patient's teeth are prepared for the application of braces. Orthodontic services may be provided by any licensed dentist trained in orthodontics. In North America, most orthodontic treatment is done by orthodontists, who are dentists in the diagnosis and treatment of malocclusions—malalignments of the teeth, jaws, or both. A dentist must ...

4. What Is The Average Cost of Braces? - AOL

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   Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about the cost of braces. What is the average price of braces in the U.S.? Depending on what type of braces you get the cost can vary, and some ...

5. Orthodontics - Wikipedia

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   There are several specialty areas in dentistry, but the specialty of orthodontics was the first to be recognized within dentistry. [49] Specifically, the American Dental Association recognized orthodontics as a specialty in the 1950s. [49] Each country has its own system for training and registering orthodontic specialists.

6. Clear aligners - Wikipedia

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   Clear aligners are orthodontic devices that are a transparent, plastic form of dental braces used to adjust teeth. [1] Clear aligners have undergone changes, making assessment of effectiveness difficult. [2] A 2014 systematic review concluded that published studies were of insufficient quality to determine effectiveness. [3]

7. Palatal expansion - Wikipedia

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   A palatal expander is a device in the field of orthodontics which is used to widen the upper jaw [1] so that the bottom and upper teeth will fit together better. [2] [3] This is a common orthodontic procedure. The use of an expander is most common in children and adolescents 8–18 years of age.