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Orthodontics

Traditional Metal or Clear Braces

We have both options to fit your lifestyle.  Dental braces have come a long way since they were invented in the  1800’s. Today, we are privy to a bevy of tooth-straightening options,  each of which offers different benefits. Currently, the most popular  types of braces used include:

  • Metal Braces – These are traditional braces most often seen in children and  teenagers. Metal braces are the most affordable and use a system of  brackets and wires to move the teeth over time.
  • Ceramic Braces – These braces work like traditional metal braces, except that the  brackets bonded to the teeth are made of ceramic. This helps prevent  staining, and they can also be color-matched to blend with the teeth.


Invisalign

Brushing your teeth is probably a standard part of your daily  routine, but chances are you aren’t following the Canadian Dental  Association’s guidelines for cleaning your teeth properly. The CDA  currently recommends that you brush your teeth at minimum of two times  each day – preferably morning and night or anytime you eat foods that  contain sugar. When you brush, your toothbrush should be tilted at a 45  degree angle to your gum line. As you brush, be sure to remove debris  from every surface of the teeth – including the backs of the teeth, near  the gum line, and on chewing surfaces. It is also important to brush  your tongue, as bacteria can accumulate there and cause malodorous  breath.

Early Interceptive Treatment

(Children Orthodontics)

Early  treatment (starting at around the age of 7) to intercept or correct  unfavorable jaw growth. The majority of patients undergoing orthodontic  care are children and teens.

When  kids are young, their jaws are constantly growing to accommodate new  teeth. It is during this time that the teeth are easily moved, allowing  for a shorter treatment time – especially in patients who undergo early  treatment.

Braces, retainers, and  spacers are just some of the orthodontic appliances commonly used in  children’s orthodontics. Although not all kids need orthodontic  treatment, all kids need exams at an early age.

Some signs that a child may eventually require orthodontic treatment include:

  • Jaw is disproportionate to the face
  • Has a habit of frequent thumb-sucking
  • Chronically breathes from the mouth rather than the nose
  • Primary teeth fall out too soon or too late
  • Exhibits malocclusion (overbite/underbite)
  • Visible crowding

Orthodontics FAQs

Only you and your dentist can determine whether braces are right  for you. However, chances are you could benefit from treatment if your  teeth are crooked, overlapping or protruding. Schedule an appointment  with your dentist or orthodontist for more information.


You will have certain dietary restrictions with most types of  braces except Invisalign. Some foods, such as hard, sticky and chewy  foods, can have an adverse effect on braces and damage the brackets and  wires. You will also need to make frequent office visits to have wires  tightened. If you have Invisalign, there are no dietary restrictions, as  the orthodontic trays are fully removable when eating. You’ll also be  able to switch to a new Invisalign tray every few weeks without visiting  your dentist.


When you have completed your treatment, you will have your braces  removed and be given a retainer. The retainer must be worn at all times  initially to help preserve the new placement of your teeth. As time  progresses, you may be able to begin wearing your retainer only at  night.


If you have crooked or crowded teeth that are embarrassing to you  or otherwise preventing you from achieving optimal oral health,  Invisalign could be the solution for you. Visit us for a complete  consultation to find out if you could benefit from clear aligner  orthodontics.


Optimal results are seen with wearing your  aligners for 22 hours a day. You will remove them to eat, brush your  teeth and to drink anything that is not water. Invisalign treatments are  customized for each of our patients but most patients can achieve their  ideal smiles within one to two years. During that time, you can expect  to make occasional dental visits to monitor your progress.


Following your treatment, you will no longer need to wear  Invisalign trays. However, you will need to wear retainers every night  to help protect and maintain your new smile. It is also important to  continue visiting your dentist for routine check-ups and twice-yearly  cleaning.


If your child is at least 7 years old or is exhibiting any of the  symptoms listed above, you should schedule an appointment as soon as  possible. Your child’s dentist can take steps to correct a bad bite,  fill in gaps, and straighten the teeth all before your child reaches the  teen years.


Your child’s first dentist screening will  include a visual examination as well as maxillofacial x-rays. Your  child’s dentist may also ask you questions about your child’s habits,  such as thumb and finger-sucking. Based on the results of this analysis,  the dentist will discuss options and timeframes for treatment if  applicable.


Yes. If your child is fitted for a fixed orthodontic appliance,  such as braces, you will need to follow careful instructions to ensure  the device is not damaged or broken. This includes monitoring your  child’s diet to ensure it does not include hard foods, candies, popcorn  kernels, or anything else that could cause damage. You’ll also need to  ensure your child properly brushings and flosses around the appliance to  protect the teeth from decay during treatment.


You have more questions, we love to hear from you.

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