👉 Orthicons, also known as dental braces or brackets, are a type of dental appliance that is used to straighten teeth and improve jaw alignment. The device consists of metal or plastic brackets that can be worn on top of the patient's teeth for several months at a time. Orthicons are commonly used in orthodontic treatment plans because they provide an effective means of correcting bite alignment, which is essential for proper development of the jaws and muscles involved with speech and eating. Orthicons are typically placed