Braces: orthodontist or oral surgeon?

With crooked teeth or misaligned jaws, it is usually impossible to avoid braces. Then the question arises whether an orthodontist or an oral surgeon is the right specialist for the treatment of braces. This question often arises, since the difference is often not quite apparent to the layperson.

But what exactly distinguishes orthodontics from jaw surgery in Austria? Who is it better to turn to if you need braces or teeth adjustment? In this post, all important questions on this topic are answered.