The Subcontinent redirects here. For other uses, see Continent Â§ Subcontinents. The Indian subcontinent or the subcontinent is a southern region of Asia, mostly situated on the Indian Plate and projecting southwards into the Indian Ocean from the Himalayas.
An orthodontist or other trained dental professional is responsible for affixing the dental braces onto the teeth. The wire and brackets that form part of the braces are pressed against the patientâs teeth. This supports slight movements that can help in properly aligning and straightening the teeth.
Dentists supervise two types of support staff. The first are dental assistants who perform clerical tasks and help dentists with patients. The second are hygienists who can perform many of the tasks that dental assistants do, but can also work independently, such as by cleaning patients' teeth. Salaries differ by job titles. Assistants