Orthodontic (Braces)
Orthodontic treatment, also commonly know as Braces are the most traditional orthodontics method to align and straighten teeth, correcting a person’s bite and fix gaps. Braces treatment are customized individually to improve appearance, oral health and bite function.
Type of Braces
Metal Braces
Metal braces, also called traditional or conventional braces, use metal brackets attached to your teeth, a metal wire threaded through these brackets, and colorful elastic bands on the brackets.
Self-Ligating Braces
Self-ligating braces look similar to traditional metal braces .
It use self-locking metal brackets that resemble little metal door, it holds the wire instead of coloured elastic ligatures.
Ceramic Braces
Ceramic Braces are similar to metal braces.
They are less noticeable as their brackets, wires and ligatures are tooth-colored, so they blend in with your smile.
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Clear Aligner
Clear aligners, also called "invisible braces," offer an alternative to traditional braces.
They use customized trays to slowly straighten your teeth, without the need for brackets and wires.
Popular brands include Invisalign® and Angel Aligner.
How Do Braces work?
Braces use mild, constant pressure to shift your teeth into their proper positions over time. The exact way this happens depends on the type of braces you choose.
Do I need Braces?
If you are experiencing alignment issues like crossbite, spacing, crowding, underbite, overbite, or deep bite, you could face challenges in maintaining proper oral hygiene and biting difficulty.
These difficulties may increase the risk of following dental issues:
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Tooth decay
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Gum recession
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Gum bleeding
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Irregular wear to the enamel
In such cases, improving your tooth alignment with braces can be a viable solution to address these concerns and enhance your oral health.
What To Expect Before Putting Your Braces On?
Before putting on braces, you'll need to see your dentist for consultation first. This initial visit involves:
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Talking about your dental and general health.
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A dental check-up.
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Getting X-rays.
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Having molds made of your teeth for the braces.
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Creating a treatment plan that specifies the type of braces, what to expect during treatment, how to care for your braces, and the overall schedule.
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