Orthodontics are an excellent means
of correcting malpositioned teeth. They
can dramatically affect your appearance,
but importantly, orthodontics can
correct TMJ disorder as well as reduce
your susceptibility to dental decay and
periodontal disease.
Typically, orthodontic treatment
consists of the application of small
ceramic, or metal brackets to the
teeth. These brackets are attached to an
arch wire which helps shape the teeth.
Often springs and rubber bands are also
used to help move the teeth.
Treatment usually takes from one to
three years to complete. The amount of
time depends on the cooperation of the
patient and the difficulty of the
case. Once treatment is over, it may be
necessary to use a retainer for several
years; however, in some cases, a small
permanent retainer can be bonded to the
teeth.
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FAQS
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When is the ideal time to seek
treatment? |
The best age to do
the orthodontic treatment is
when you are twelve to thirteen
years of age as all the
permanent teeth have usually
erupted by this stage. The jaws
are growing at this age and so
it is easier to expand your jaws
and reshape your mouth.
However, it may be
worth seeking advice even
earlier. By the age of seven,
enough permanent teeth have come
in and enough jaw growth has
occurred that the dentist or
orthodontist can identify
current problems, anticipate
future problems or alleviate
parents' concerns if all seems
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I too OLD for orthodontic
treatment? |
| There are no age limits!
Orthodontic treatment can easily
be done at an older age, if the
dental and gingival condition is
good. Most adults get
orthodontic treatment because
they realize that taking care of
your smile is part of taking
care of yourself.
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Metal Braces
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Metal braces (stainless steel)
are the most popular type of
braces used. Many patients enjoy
having different colors placed
on their braces as a means of
personal expression and fun.
Because it's so simple to change
the colors, feel free to swap
them at every visit. |
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Clear Braces
Clear ceramic braces are an
aesthetic alternative for those
who don't want their braces to
show as much. Clear braces move
your teeth in exactly the same
way as metal braces do. Like
metal braces, they are extremely
comfortable to wear and very
efficient at moving teeth.
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Lingual Braces
The difference is invisible
- Invisible Braces, the state-of-the-art
design that offers an amazing
technological advancement in orthodontic
treatment. These braces are behind some
of the most dazzling smiles that you see
everyday, and yet you probably never
noticed them. Lingual or Invisible
Braces are applied behind the teeth
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FAQS
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Are Lingual Braces more
uncomfortable than conventional
braces? |
 Initial
discomfort is similar to that of
traditional braces. The
difference is that the Lingual
Braces will affect the tongue
and traditional braces will
affect the cheeks and lips.
Patients tend to take
approximately 1-4 weeks before
they achieve a reasonable
comfort level. |
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Are Lingual Braces expensive? |
 Although
treatment time is similar,
lingual braces are more
expensive than traditional
braces. Special instrumentation,
equipment, doctor and staff
training are required for this
technique. The treatment is more
sophisticated and the personal
time and training required by
the orthodontist and his staff
is considerably greater. |
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