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Orthodontics treatment is 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
Brackets are attached to an arch wire which helps shape the teeth.
Ceramic and metal Brackets
springs and rubber bands.
Treatment Time: 1-3 years depends on each case and flexibility of patient.
However no age limit required for the treatment.
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.
FAQS |
| When is the
ideal time to seek treatment? |
Age twelve to thirteen years when all the permanent teeth are erupted.
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, most of the
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 normal. |
| Am I too
OLD for orthodontic treatment? |
Nevertheless no age limit for orthodontic treatment. 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. Also used for cosmetic purposes by teenagers.
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Metal Braces
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Metal braces (stainless steel) are most commonly 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. |
Clear Braces
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Advantages of Clear Braces
Clear teeth color
Comfortable
Work exactly the same way as metal braces
Efficient at moving teeth |
| 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 |
| 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. |
| 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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