A way to straighten all your teeth
Orthodontics is the fitting of braces to straigthen the alignment of teeth. Often carried out during school years it is becoming increasingly popular with adults as a number of new products that reduce the visibility of the fitting have come onto the market.
How does it work?
Braces apply a constant gentle pressure to the teeth encouraging them over time to move into their correct place. It's as simple at that!
What is the procedure like?
Orthodontics requires regular visits and usually takes about 2 years to complete though a lot depends on the individuals teeth. A brace is created initially and subsequent visits change the pressure being applied to the teeth to ensure a good final result. A retainer may be used after the brace has done its work to ensure the teeth do not move out of alignment.
What different types exist?
Metal
These are the cheapest kind of brace - and the most visible.
Invisible / Ceramic
A number of options allow the use of braces that are hard to see - through use of materials that blend with the natural look of your teeth. These are usually more expensive than metal braces and can take longer to complete the straightening process further increasing the cost.
Lingual Braces
Fitted behind the teeth these have the advantage of not usually being visible. They take a while to get used to and people can experience speech difficulties at first.
What affects the price?
- The type of brace.
- How much adjustment needs to be done.
- The amount of visits that will be required.
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India has a vast dental workforce with over 6000 new graduates each year from its dental schools. Reciprocal agreements for recognition of dental qualifications with the UK, Australia and New Zealand demonstrate the high standards represented within the Indian dentistry profession.
Benefits of Dentistry in India
The widespread use of English, especially by university graduates, allows an ease of communication for many, unrivalled by other low cost dentistry destinations.
Low costs in India are supported not only by diminished overheads on staff and rental but also by India's own buoyant medical equipment and materials manufacturing sector. These products are regulated under the same APLAC requirements that are used in Australia, Japan and the U.S.
Education
India has over 120 dental schools monitored by the Indian Dental Council. The cirriculum is 5 years - similar to a U.S or European training.
Dentists in India - Additional Information
Organizations
The Indian Dental Council is responsible for maintaining standards of dental education within the country. It also sets the ethical standards that dentists must adhere to in their practice. The Council is represented in each state and the local branches hold the register of dentists within the state.
The Indian Dental Association is the professional grouping of dentists within India - Members must be registered dentists under the Indian Dentists’ Act 1948. The Association's website provides a search facility to locate/verify its members.
Resources
Indian Dental Council
website: http://www.dciindia.org/
Indian Dental Association
website: http://www.ida.org.in/
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