What is this treatment?
Orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that deals with straightening crooked teeth and correcting misaligned bites (like overbites or underbites). Traditional braces use small metal or clear ceramic brackets glued to the teeth, connected by a thin wire. This wire applies constant, gentle pressure to slowly move the teeth into their perfect, straight positions.
Why might you need it?
You need braces if your teeth are crowded, crooked, overlapping, or if you have too much space between them. Braces are also needed if your upper and lower jaws don't meet correctly when you bite down, which can cause jaw pain or difficulty chewing.
Treatment Process
A simple step-by-step guide to your new smile.
Consultation & X-Rays
We take detailed x-rays and photos of your teeth to understand how they need to move.
Consultation & X-Rays
We take detailed x-rays and photos of your teeth to understand how they need to move.
Getting Your Braces
We clean your teeth and use a special dental glue to attach the small brackets. Then we thread the wire through them.
Getting Your Braces
We clean your teeth and use a special dental glue to attach the small brackets. Then we thread the wire through them.
Adjustments
You will visit us every 4 to 6 weeks. We will change the wire or tighten it to keep the teeth moving in the right direction.
Adjustments
You will visit us every 4 to 6 weeks. We will change the wire or tighten it to keep the teeth moving in the right direction.
Braces Off!
Once your teeth are perfectly straight, we remove the braces and give you a retainer to keep your new smile in place.
Braces Off!
Once your teeth are perfectly straight, we remove the braces and give you a retainer to keep your new smile in place.
🤕Is it painful?
Putting the braces on does not hurt at all. However, for the first few days, and for a day or two after each tightening appointment, your teeth will feel sore and tender when chewing. This is normal and means they are moving.
⏳Recovery Time
It takes about a week for your cheeks and tongue to get used to the feeling of the braces. After that, they become a normal part of your daily life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key Benefits
- Creates a beautiful, straight, and symmetrical smile
- Makes it much easier to brush and floss, preventing cavities
- Fixes bite problems that can cause headaches and jaw pain
- Improves your ability to chew food properly
- Guides proper jaw growth in children and teenagers
Ready to transform your smile?
Schedule a consultation today to see if Orthodontics (Braces) is right for you.