Orthodontics Padua

You may have come across this term several times without ever exploring its full meaning. This is certainly the right opportunity to do so.

Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of malocclusions, which may originate from dental, skeletal, or functional factors, or from a combination of these.

Often, patients seek consultation with an orthodontist because they are dissatisfied with some aspect of their smile, most commonly, misaligned teeth.

A precise diagnosis typically involves:

• digital impressions obtained with an intraoral scanner;
• photographic documentation of the dentition and facial profile;
• digital radiographs (with low radiation exposure).

The integration of these diagnostic records allows the clinician to confirm whether treatment is limited to correcting dental crowding or if there are underlying malocclusions that the patient may not even be aware of.

When imagining orthodontic appliances, the first thought is often of fixed braces consisting of metal brackets bonded to the teeth and connected by an archwire. Am I right?

Today, however, thanks to significant advances in the field, particularly in digital technologies, orthodontics is far more comfortable than in the past. Most dental malocclusions can now be treated with clear aligners, representing a major shift compared to traditional methods.

Digital orthodontics has made achieving the desired smile more accessible, as technological innovations continue to evolve each year. Keeping pace with these developments is essential to provide patients with the highest standard of care.

Of course, inclusivity is fundamental; however, since every individual is unique, each patient requires a personalized treatment plan developed through careful diagnostic evaluation.