7 Facts You Need To Know About Orthodontics

5. Teeth move due to pressure over time.

Some pressure is beneficial for treatment, but some can be quite damaging. Teeth can be pushed out of place; bone can be distorted. Orthodontists use appliances to apply a constant, gentle pressure on teeth to guide them into their ideal positions. If the pressure is wrongly put over time, teeth can be pushed out of place; bone can be distorted.