Translation guide
The branch of dentistry dealing with the correction of irregularities of the teeth and jaws, often using braces or aligners.
Referring to the dental specialty itself.
The formal term for orthodontics as an academic or medical field.
彼女は歯科矯正学を専攻しています。
She is majoring in orthodontics.
Commonly used in clinical settings or on clinic signs; refers to the orthodontic department or practice.
矯正歯科の予約を取りたいです。
I'd like to make an appointment with orthodontics.
Often used in everyday conversation to refer to orthodontic treatment, literally 'dental alignment correction'.
歯列矯正を始めようと思っています。
I'm thinking about starting orthodontic treatment.
Referring to the actual treatment process or appliances.
Short for orthodontic treatment; very common in casual and clinical contexts.
矯正をしているので、硬いものは食べられません。
I can't eat hard foods because I'm having orthodontic treatment.
Literally 'tooth correction'; a clear way to specify orthodontic treatment.
歯の矯正には時間がかかります。
Orthodontic treatment takes time.
Loanword for 'braces'; understood but less common than native terms.
When talking about your own treatment, simply saying '矯正' (kyousei) is natural. Adding '歯の' (ha no) makes it clearer if the context isn't obvious.
ブレースをつけている友達がいます。
I have a friend who wears braces.