Orthodontics, is the specialty of dentistry that is concerned with the study and treatment of malocclusions (improper bites), which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. It is the study of dentistry that is concerned with the treatment of improper bites, and crooked teeth. Orthodontic treatment can help fix the patient's teeth and set them in the right place. Orthodontists usually use braces and retainers to set the patient's teeth.
Crooked and crowded teeth are hard to clean and maintain. This can result in tooth decay, worsen gum disease and lead to tooth loss. Other orthodontic problems can contribute to abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, inefficient chewing function, excessive stress on gum tissue and the bone that supports the teeth, or misalignment of the jaw joints. For comprehensive orthodontic treatment, most commonly, metal wires are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into the desired positions. Other methods may include Invisalign, which consists of clear plastic aligners that move teeth. After orthodontic treatment, patients will typically wear retainers, which maintain the teeth in their improved positions while surrounding bone reforms around them. The retainers are generally worn full-time for a period, that may range from just a few days to a year, then part-time (mostly during sleep) for as long as the Mesa AZ Orthodontist recommends.
Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten teeth using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, there is an option of adding colored elastics for a more unique and colorful smile. Ceramic braces are made of clear material and are therefore less visible than metal braces, hence these are mainly used on patients with aesthetic concerns. A drawback of these braces is that they are more brittle than there metal counterpart and also require more attention towards oral hygiene. Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to straighten your teeth. These aligners are invisible and can be removed when required. Brushing and flossing becomes easier as these can be removed and placed again. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. Lingual braces are hidden behind the teeth and are therefore "invisible" when you smile. Lingual braces are 100% customized to match the shape of your teeth and therefore the metal appliances are created uniquely for you. These braces can be used for patients with high cosmetic concern. Lingual braces are a very reasonable option for athletes, models, actors/actresses, musicians who play wind instruments.
Crooked and crowded teeth are hard to clean and maintain. This can result in tooth decay, worsen gum disease and lead to tooth loss. Other orthodontic problems can contribute to abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, inefficient chewing function, excessive stress on gum tissue and the bone that supports the teeth, or misalignment of the jaw joints. For comprehensive orthodontic treatment, most commonly, metal wires are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into the desired positions. Other methods may include Invisalign, which consists of clear plastic aligners that move teeth. After orthodontic treatment, patients will typically wear retainers, which maintain the teeth in their improved positions while surrounding bone reforms around them. The retainers are generally worn full-time for a period, that may range from just a few days to a year, then part-time (mostly during sleep) for as long as the Mesa AZ Orthodontist recommends.
Traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces and are more comfortable today than ever before. Made of high-grade stainless steel, metal braces straighten teeth using metal brackets and archwires. With metal braces, there is an option of adding colored elastics for a more unique and colorful smile. Ceramic braces are made of clear material and are therefore less visible than metal braces, hence these are mainly used on patients with aesthetic concerns. A drawback of these braces is that they are more brittle than there metal counterpart and also require more attention towards oral hygiene. Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners to straighten your teeth. These aligners are invisible and can be removed when required. Brushing and flossing becomes easier as these can be removed and placed again. The aligners are comfortable and have no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment. Lingual braces are hidden behind the teeth and are therefore "invisible" when you smile. Lingual braces are 100% customized to match the shape of your teeth and therefore the metal appliances are created uniquely for you. These braces can be used for patients with high cosmetic concern. Lingual braces are a very reasonable option for athletes, models, actors/actresses, musicians who play wind instruments.