Orthodontic treatments in Costa Rica involve various types of devices, fixed and removable, which are used to move teeth, retrain muscles and correct the growth of the jaws. These devices work by applying gentle pressure on the teeth and bones. The severity of the problem will determine the most effective orthodontic approach. At the Flikier Institute of Dental Rehabilitation, dental tourists often seek placement of... Learn More

Orthodontics is a dental specialty dedicated to correcting the position of teeth and bones. When teeth are in bad positions and do not fit together correctly, they are harder to keep clean and are at risk of being lost early due to tooth decay and periodontal disease. When additional stress is placed on the muscles used for chewing, it can lead to headaches, TMJ and... Learn More

In the ancient history of dentistry, orthodontics was the first specialty to develop. Essentially, orthodontics is a dentofacial discipline that is particularly concerned with straight and even teeth, but this is hardly limited to aesthetics. Like their colleagues around the world, Costa Rica orthodontists follow a tradition that archaeologists estimate dates back to the days of ancient Egypt. Historians who have done research commissioned by... Learn More