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Braces & Clear Aligners
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Teeth straightening refers to the process of aligning and moving teeth to their correct position using external force and pressure over time. This process corrects dental health problems such as crooked teeth, underbites, overbites, deep bites, open bites, crossbites, teeth gaps, and other flaws of the teeth and jaw. The benefits of straight teeth include improved gum health, better digestion, and an improved facial appearance.
Orthodontics is a field of dentistry that treats various dental issues such as:
No matter what your age, from conventional braces or partial braces through to virtually invisible alternatives such as Invisalign or clear aligners, we can offer you solutions to fit your lifestyle.
Orthodontic treatment is required to straighten teeth, and the two main types of treatments are braces and aligners. Dental braces are strategically placed devices that apply pressure on teeth and move them into the correct position. Braces can be metal, ceramic. Aligners are clear, custom-made mouthguard-like braces that can be removed when eating. Invisalign and Clear aligners are two types of aligners available.
Some adults who have misaligned teeth are comfortable with their situation and don’t feel a need to get it corrected. They may even feel the misalignment gives their smile a quirky appeal! However, that quirkiness can become less endearing when a crooked tooth starts to give its owner headaches or cause difficulty with speaking or chewing food. Deciding whether to address or ignore misaligned teeth is a personal decision—but before you decide to forgo treatment, hear us out.
When your teeth overlap, your toothbrush will have difficulty reaching all of the teeth’s corners and surfaces. This compromises the oral hygiene regimen and leads to problems such as dental decay, as well as gum diseases like gingivitis or periodontitis. Procedures such as root canal treatments can become difficult, and these issues may result in eventual tooth loss.
Your malformed teeth might cause a variety of joint symptoms, from clicking or popping in yourjaw joint to pain and tenderness. Earaches, headaches, and painful chewing are some of the more severe symptoms of temporomandibular/jaw joint disorder. In the most serious cases, your jaw might become locked, leaving you unable to move it at all. Surgical intervention may be required to make your jaw functional again.
Misshapen teeth not only interfere with your speech, giving you a lisp, but also make chewing difficult and painful. Well-aligned teeth fit cleanly upon each other and do not cause such complications.
It might surprise you to know that misaligned teeth can cause the opposite teeth to chip or crack. This is a particular issue when the misaligned teeth come into contact with dental restorations, especially veneers, which they can chip and dislodge.
If you have difficulty in closing your mouth, most probably your teeth are interfering with it. An orthodontic treatment is required to align your teeth and ensure you can close your mouth. Otherwise, mouth breathing can cause a host of dental problems, including long face syndrome in children.
Last but not least, everyone loves a great smile. If your misaligned teeth are stopping you from living your life to the fullest, visit us at Meiplus Dentalcare to get the dazzling smile you have always wanted.
You'll need to consult with Meiplus team.The three primary forms of orthodontic treatment are:
A metal or ceramic dental base is affixed to each tooth, and a dental wire is inserted through each base. A dentist is able to gradually train the teeth into proper alignment by regularly adjusting the wire. When the desired results are achieved, the fixed dental braces are completely removed.
Clear and custom-made, aligners are mouthguard-like braces that gradually shift your teeth into the correct position through repeated use. Unlike other types of braces, they are not easily visible and can be conveniently removed during meals and slipped back on afterwards.
Partial braces work by using a combination of metal brackets and wires. They gradually straighten and align the misaligned teeth. The process begins with a consultation with a dentist, who can examine the patient's teeth and create a personalized treatment plan.
Braces
A metal or ceramic dental base is affixed to each tooth, and a dental wire is inserted through each base. A dentist is able to gradually train the teeth into proper alignment by regularly adjusting the wire. When the desired results are achieved, the fixed dental braces are completely removed.
Invisalign(Clear Aligners)
Gain more confidence with Invisalign (Invisible Braces) – the clear and invisible solution for straightening your teeth. Invisalign is an alternative for patients who are concerned about wearing braces that are visible and want to reduce the length of their treatment.
Partial braces work by using a combination of metal brackets and wires. They gradually straighten and align the misaligned teeth. The process begins with a consultation with a dentist, who can examine the patient’s teeth and create a personalized treatment plan.
During the treatment, the dentist will attach metal brackets to the front teeth, to keep the archwire and front brackets in place. The archwire, which is connected to the brackets, applies a gentle force to the teeth, gradually moving them into the desired position.
Patients will typically need to visit the dentist or orthodontist every 4-8 weeks for adjustments and to change the archwire. Treatment duration for partial braces typically lasts at least a year. Additionally, partial braces can be used exclusively on just a single dental arch instead of the upper and lower arches.
Partial braces can be used to treat a variety of dental issues, including:
Metal braces are the most basic and also the most affordable treatment option. It is also less fragile compared to other braces options.
Ceramic braces can be molded/shaped to fit onto one’s tooth, which gives more comfort.
Frictional forces, which prevent movement of teeth, are reduced with the application of braces where the caps are closed and fixed.
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If you are ready to look into getting braces to help correct your smile, there are things you need to consider such as cost, period, pros and cons of each type of braces. Several types of braces are out there to help correct a wide range of orthodontic issues. From the metal versions to the clear aligners of Invisalign, our team is dedicated to helping you find the right fit for your teeth and your lifestyle.
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