Adult Orthodontics:From Past to Era of Recent Advances

Adult orthodontics has been the subject of numerous discussions. A significant development has taken place since the beginning of the century when orthodontic treatment was considered of very limited value after cessation of growth.Of late the increased number of adult patients being treated may also be found in the new sophisticated biomechanical options, a broader understanding of the biology of tooth movement, and recent advances add the widened spectrum of treatment possibilities. Esthetics constitutes an important consideration in Orthodontics.Recent advances like mini sized steel bracket, lingual Orthodontics and polycarbonate/ Ceramic brackets, invisalign etc. resulted from the demand for esthetics in treatment.