The History and Progression of Modern Orthodontics
A History of Modern Orthodontics Written By : Dr Petra Van Der Merwe The first variation of modern braces was created by Christophe-Francois Delabarre in 1819. This system required wrapping wire around each individual tooth because bonding techniques weren’t strong enough to fasten wire to the front of teeth temporarily. Braces continued to change fundamentally […]
Not All Orthodontics Are Equal
When people hear the word orthodontics, it is likely that images of smiling teens with rows of braces and wires will pop up in their minds. However, orthodontics is much more than just straightening teeth. Good orthodontics takes multiple factors into account, like how treatment will affect the overall appearance of the face, the health […]
