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Orthodontic Treatment : Overview
Orthodontic treatment focuses on correcting the alignment of teeth and jaws to enhance both oral health and aesthetics. Misaligned teeth can lead to difficulties in chewing, speaking, and maintaining oral hygiene, as well as affect your confidence. Our orthodontic solutions, including braces and Invisalign, effectively straighten your teeth and improve your bite.
Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment
Enhanced Smile Aesthetics
Orthodontic treatment significantly improves the appearance of your smile by aligning crooked, crowded, or misaligned teeth, giving you a more attractive and confident smile.
Better Oral Hygiene
Straighter teeth are easier to clean and maintain, reducing the risk of plaque buildup, tooth decay, and gum disease. Well-aligned teeth allow for more effective brushing and flossing.
Improved Bite and Functionality
Orthodontic treatment corrects bite issues, such as overbites, underbites, and crossbites, improving your ability to chew, speak, and reduce strain on your jaw.
Prevents Tooth Wear
Misaligned teeth can cause uneven wear, leading to chipping, cracking, or excessive tooth wear over time. Orthodontics helps distribute bite forces evenly, preserving your teeth.
Orthodontic Treatment Process
- Consultation & Assessment During your first visit, our orthodontist will evaluate your teeth, jaws, and overall oral health. We may take X-rays and impressions to get a clear view of your dental structure.
- Customized Treatment Plan Based on the assessment, we’ll recommend the best orthodontic treatment for your needs, whether it’s braces, Invisalign, or another option. We’ll also discuss the expected timeline and cost.
- Treatment Implementation Once your treatment plan is finalized, we’ll begin the process of straightening your teeth. For braces, this involves bonding brackets to your teeth, while Invisalign requires fitting your first set of aligners.
- Regular Adjustments Throughout your treatment, you’ll have regular appointments to adjust your braces or receive new sets of Invisalign aligners. These adjustments ensure your teeth are moving correctly
- Completion & Retention After achieving the desired results, we’ll remove your braces or complete your aligner treatment. You’ll receive retainers to help keep your teeth in their new position.
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Types of Orthodontic Treatment
Why Choose Dr. Balaji Dental for Orthodontic?
- Improved Aesthetics: Straight teeth enhance the appearance of your smile, boosting your confidence.
- Better Oral Health: Well-aligned teeth are easier to clean, reducing the risk of cavities, gum disease, and tooth decay.
- Enhanced Functionality: Orthodontic treatment corrects bite issues, improving chewing and speech.
- Long-Term Benefits: Straight teeth reduce the risk of excessive wear and tear, leading to better long-term oral health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
We offer various options including traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign (clear aligners), lingual braces (placed behind the teeth), and retainers for maintaining results.
The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the misalignment. On average, orthodontic treatment can take anywhere from 12 to 24 months, though some cases may be shorter or longer.
You may experience some discomfort when braces are first applied or after adjustments, but this typically subsides within a few days. Invisalign tends to cause less discomfort compared to traditional braces.
Orthodontic treatment can be done at any age. However, it’s ideal to begin during childhood or adolescence (ages 7-14) as the jaw is still developing, making it easier to correct misalignment. Adults can also benefit greatly from orthodontic treatment.
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