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Glossary of orthodontic terms

We understand it may feel overwhelming to learn all the new terms at the start of your orthodontic treatment. For your easy reference, we’ve compiled a list of commonly used orthodontic words and phrases to help you efficiently navigate your smile journey!

Our orthodontic glossary:

Appliance

Archwires

Bands

Brackets

Ceramic brackets

Chain

Coil spring

Debanding

Elastics

Fixed retainer

Habit appliance

Headgear

Herbst appliance

Impressions

Interceptive treatment

Invisalign® treatment

Lingual appliance

Mara appliance

Maxillary

Mouthguard

Palatal expander

Radiograph

Retainer

Separator (spacer)

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We would be happy to explain any orthodontic terms for you. Just contact us over email or phone, or book a free consultation with our team to ask us in person!

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