Orthodontics
Orthodontics
Early diagnosis and treatment can help guide erupting teeth into a more favorable position while preserving space for permanent teeth. This avoids problems that become harder to correct as a patient ages.
Goals for orthodontic treatment:
Align teeth to create a beautiful, more aesthetic smile
Straighten crowded and crooked teeth for easier maintenance and healthier dentition
Alter bite to improve function and balance chewing forces
Correct discrepancies between upper and lower jaws for their ideal position
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Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces are what most people imagine when they think of orthodontic treatment. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces are still one of the most effective smile-correcting options available.
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are a series of clear, medical-grade plastic aligners that move teeth into alignment over time. They are custom created for each patient, metal-free, and removable, so eating, brushing, and flossing can be accomplished without hassle. Due to their material, the aligner trays appear almost invisible and are preferable among patients seeking a more discrete smile-correcting option.
Removable Retainers
After braces or aligners are removed, patients receive retainers to maintain the dental correction. Teeth are prone to shifting after treatment, and they need to stabilize themselves in the bone. To maintain the ideal result, wearing retainers during this critical time is extremely important.
Teeth continue to shift throughout adulthood, making retainers even more vital to the aesthetics and function achieved during orthodontic treatment.
Fixed Retainers (Bonded Wire)
Permanent or fixed retainers are made of a metal wire attached to your teeth with a composite filling material. They ensure patient compliance, holding the teeth in the most optimal position. The wire is intended to stay in place for a long period of time but may need to be replaced every few years.
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