Modern Orthodontic Solutions: A Comprehensive Guide by Assoc. Prof. Halise Aydemir
Assoc. Prof. Halise Aydemir offers expert insights into modern orthodontics, ranging from orthognathic surgery and clear aligners to complex jaw deformity treatments in Izmir.
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GOBESTDENTISTS.COM / IZMIR, TÜRKİYE — DEC. 28, 2025
Assoc. Prof. Halise Aydemir, a highly distinguished orthodontist based in Izmir, is redefining dental care by combining preventive pediatric treatments with advanced adult surgical orthodontics.
A graduate of Hacettepe University Faculty of Dentistry with a PhD from Ankara University, Dr. Aydemir has gained international recognition for her research on "airway changes in orthognathic surgery." Since 2018, she has been providing specialized care at her private practice, focusing on complex skeletal corrections and aesthetic smile designs.
Preventive Orthodontics: Early Intervention
Preventive treatment, typically administered between the ages of 6 and 12, aims to detect and prevent structural issues during the development of the jaw and teeth. Dr. Aydemir emphasizes that early intervention not only ensures proper dental alignment but also reduces the need for future tooth extractions or invasive jaw surgeries. By guiding jaw growth during childhood, orthodontists can correct habits like thumb sucking and tongue thrusting before they cause permanent skeletal damage.
Specialized Jaw Treatments and Orthognathic Surgery
Malocclusions—misalignments of the teeth or jaw—are categorized into three classes. Dr. Aydemir specializes in Class II (receding lower jaw) and Class III (protruding lower jaw) cases, where traditional braces may not suffice. For adult patients with severe skeletal discrepancies, she implements a dual approach: orthognathic surgery combined with orthodontics.
The process begins with an orthodontic preparation phase lasting 6 to 18 months to align the teeth, followed by surgical repositioning of the jawbones. This comprehensive treatment resolves not only aesthetic concerns but also functional issues like sleep apnea and chewing difficulties.
Aesthetic Alternatives: From Invisalign to Lingual Braces
To meet the aesthetic demands of adult patients, Dr. Aydemir utilizes state-of-the-art systems such as Invisalign (clear aligners) and Incognito (lingual braces). Lingual orthodontics involves placing brackets on the back (tongue side) of the teeth, making the treatment entirely invisible from the outside.
Additionally, the clinic employs the Damon System, which uses self-ligating brackets to reduce friction. This modern approach often results in faster treatment times, less discomfort, and better oral hygiene due to the absence of elastic ties. Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs)—tiny titanium screws—are also used to achieve complex tooth movements that were once thought impossible without surgery.
Managing Complex Cases: Cleft Lip and Impacted Teeth
Beyond standard aesthetics, Assoc. Prof. Aydemir focuses on congenital conditions such as cleft lip and palate. These cases require a multidisciplinary approach, often starting with early childhood appliances and culminating in orthognathic adjustments during adolescence. She also specializes in the "orthodontic eruption" of impacted teeth, particularly canines, using a combination of surgical exposure and precise orthodontic traction to bring the teeth into their ideal positions.
