DR SAMUEL ADDO
Welcome to the website of Dr. Samuel Addo, your go-to dentist for specialist orthodontic services in Accra, Ghana.
Whether you’re a prospective patient or simply curious about my various treatments, you’ve come to the right place.
My website contains valuable information, especially for those currently undergoing orthodontic treatment with Dr. Samuel Addo.
So, please explore my site, learn more about my treatments, and take the first step towards achieving a beautiful, healthy smile. I can’t wait to assist you on your orthodontic journey.
WHAT IS ORTHODONTICS?
Orthodontics is a speciality of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, management and correction of mal-positioned teeth and jaws (malocclusion), as well as misaligned bite patterns to improve one’s oral and healthy appearance.
Orthodontics is a specialized branch of dentistry. The name comes from two Greek words:
- Orthos, meaning straight or proper
- Odons, meaning teeth
So, the meaning is clear- ‘straight teeth’
Any deviation from the norm that affects teeth alignment and the bite relationship is called a malocclusion. Most malocclusions are genetic-they are inherited (e.g. missing teeth or a protruding mandible). Other malocclusions can be caused by the patient, for e.g. digit sucking, or by external factors such as trauma.
Orthodontic treatment can correct malocclusion by restoring the teeth to their normal position and occlusal relationship.
So, orthodontists set out to
- Straighten teeth
- Improve the bite
- Improve the function
- Improve oral hygiene (making teeth easier to clean)
- Improve the self-esteem of the patient