How Braces Straighten Teeth in Children and Adults

Many patients have teeth concerns associated with crookedness and crowding. These dental issues affecting teeth make it difficult for patients to have the self-confidence to speak or smile in public. Fortunately, dental braces are an option within cosmetic dentistry Westfield that involve devices to fix crowded or crooked teeth or malocclusions that are misaligned jaws.

Metal and ceramic wires create braces. Clinicians also incorporate bonding material during this cosmetic treatment to ensure braces securely attach to teeth. Patients must collaborate with appropriate dental providers, specifically an orthodontist specializing in braces, to correct dental misalignment.

Another significant fact to remember is there is no expected result upon completing braces treatment. You will restore some level of teeth alignment; however, various factors will determine the treatment’s success rate. For example, the earlier you get braces, the faster you achieve desired results. Most dental practitioners recommend braces during adolescence. However, there is an increasing need for braces in adulthood, especially since most people can afford them later in life. Patients need to have practical goals to guarantee a satisfactory experience. Braces are an effective treatment for misalignment but require patients to follow their orthodontist’s instructions to ensure an effective treatment.

What are the different types of braces?

There are different types of graces that dentists recommend depending on patient needs. Various factors contribute towards specific braces recommendations—for example, age and the presence of an overbite in addition to crookedness. Braces are cosmetic treatments that require customization to achieve patient goals. The following are the main types of braces:

• Classic braces: This cosmetic treatment involves using metal brackets, which orthodontists glue individually to each tooth. Your dental practitioners will also leverage an archwire to exert additional pressure on your teeth and jawline to move teeth to the desired position. The treatment also constitutes elastic O-rings which connect the archwire to the brackets. Your clinicians will periodically adjust the archwire throughout your treatment as your teeth loosen the braces. Regular orthodontist appointments are also critical to ensure the switching out of elastic bands.

Although classic braces are the most popular, your clinician can custom-make these devices depending on your wants. For example,

• Ceramic “clear” braces are the best option for patients who do not want to worry about the visible metal wires of classic braces. These options are less visible for a natural-looking mouth.
• Orthodontists place lingual braces entirely behind teeth to eliminate their visibility.
•  Aligners are another orthodontic treatment that is not permanent, like classic braces. Patients can take these devices off and place them back to suit their convenience.
• Your practitioner will recommend retainers upon completing braces treatment. These aligner trays keep your teeth in their new place to ensure they do not return to crooked nature.

Most people worry about the pain of getting braces done. Fortunately, a braces appointment is not painful. However, you should expect to experience soreness due to the pressure the words exert on your teeth. The soreness will resolve after a few days when your gums get used to the pressure. Contact Dental Studios if you have any questions about braces to determine your efficacy for the treatment and begin your journey to restore an attractive mouth.