If you’re thinking about undergoing orthodontic treatment, you may want to read our list of frequently asked questions….<\/p>\n
A<\/strong>. Orthodontists have specialist training, in addition to the training needed to become a general dentist. Generally, it takes\u00a0a minimum of 8 years to become an orthodontist\u00a0– first you need a\u00a0bachelors degree in dental surgery\u00a0(5 years of dental school) and then\u00a03 years\u00a0of specialist\u00a0training\u00a0in orthodontics which gains you a further qualification. With this qualification you can call yourself an orthodontist and you must be registered with the General Dental Council on their specialist list. If you’re not registered as a specialist you are not an orthodontist. Many orthodontists continue training once they are qualified, to grow their specialist knowledge, allowing them to perform more procedures in their practices.<\/p>\n A.<\/strong> The origins of orthodontics date back to Ancient Egypt, when animal intestines were used as orthodontic bands, applying pressure to teeth to realign them. Nowadays, orthodontics makes use of digital technology to create dental impressions and X-rays for example.<\/p>\n A.<\/strong> Orthodontics encompasses many types of appliances and methods designed to straighten teeth such as Invisalign, Smile Rapide, traditional fixed braces and lingual braces.\u00a0Invisalign and lingual braces are classed as \u2018invisible\u2019 treatments. They are cosmetic-friendly solutions to straightening misaligned teeth and there is no compromise on the quality of treatment. Invisalign is also an example of a removable appliance.<\/p>\nQ. How has orthodontics evolved over the years?<\/h5>\n
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Q. What are the differences between removable and fixed braces?<\/h5>\n