Which dental specialty focuses on the alignment of teeth and bite?

• A. Pediatric Dentists
• B. Prosthodontists
• C. Endodontists
• D. Orthodontists

Answer: (D)

Aligning teeth and correcting bite is what orthodontists specialize in. They evaluate how the teeth fit together (the bite) and how the jaws relate, then use appliances like braces, clear aligners, elastics, and retainers to move teeth into proper positions and improve function and appearance. This focus covers issues such as crowding, overbites, underbites, crossbites, and gaps. Other specialties handle different needs: pediatric dentists care for children's dental development and preventive care; prosthodontists restore and replace missing teeth with complex restorations; endodontists treat the tooth pulp and root canals. So the expert dedicated to alignment and occlusion is the orthodontist.