Hello,
This is Apgujeong Yonsei Baro Dental Clinic, a Gangnam orthodontic and partial orthodontic clinic.
Today, we would like to introduce short-term partial orthodontic treatment for the front teeth using MTA Mini Tube braces.
International students and people living abroad can also receive orthodontic treatment by making use of the time they spend in Korea during a short visit.

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Today, we would like to share the orthodontic treatment story of an international student.
Last April, an international student came to our clinic for orthodontic treatment.
The planned departure date was early September.


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The two front teeth were protruding, and the alignment was uneven.
If Invisalign treatment were chosen, the aligners could be made before September and taken abroad at the time of departure.
However, since the molar bite was relatively good, we thought partial orthodontic treatment for the front teeth would also be possible and recommended it.
Since departure was scheduled for September, the orthodontic treatment needed to be completed by August.
MTA Mini Tube braces were quickly attached to the six front teeth, and alignment began.
This is what the teeth looked like after two months of alignment.

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Because the patient was young, the teeth moved well.
After the finishing process, the orthodontic treatment was finally completed in August, in just five months.

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These are the before-and-after comparison photos.
The left photo was taken at the initial visit, and the right photo was taken after orthodontic treatment.

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The bite, which was already good, was maintained well, and the protruding front teeth reached a normal angle.

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A fixed wire retainer was also attached.

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The midline is also perfectly aligned, giving the impression of having undergone full orthodontic treatment.

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Although the schedule was tight, the result was good.
It is best to select the most appropriate orthodontic treatment based on experience, taking into account the molar relationship, front-tooth angle, lip profile, and degree of protrusion.
Orthodontic treatment is not about aiming for the shortest possible treatment period; it is important to choose the method that is most suitable for the patient.
When the treatment period is limited, as it is for international students or people living abroad, considering all options—including full and partial orthodontic treatment, Invisalign, and fixed braces—and creating the most efficient treatment plan for the current situation can lead to good results.
If the treatment area is appropriately limited, as in this case, a natural and satisfactory result can be achieved even within the short period of approximately five months.


