Braces are not a one-size-fits-all solution because every person’s teeth and jaw are different. The only way to know precisely how long you will have braces is with a thorough assessment by your orthodontist.
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Upon being told they need braces, many people want to know how long their treatment will take. There are many factors that can influence the length of orthodontic treatment, so the treatment time will always depend on the patient. Here are the biggest factors that can affect the length of your treatment.
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Seeing an orthodontist can help a child starting from a young age. A child should have their first orthodontist appointment before age seven. The purpose of this first visit is not to get braces right away, but so the orthodontist can identify if the child may need treatment in the future and determine the best time to start treatment.
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Both your dentist and your orthodontist are there to help you achieve and maintain healthy teeth, and they do so in different ways. Orthodontists and dentists differ from each other in their required training and education, and in the care they give.
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At Intermountain Dental Specialists, we understand the challenge of providing your family with the dental and orthodontic care they need. Many families visit a dentist, a pediatric dentist, and an orthodontist at three separate practices. We are introducing Oasis Kids and Orthodontics at Intermountain Dental Specialists, so you can get all your dental care in one place.
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If you have just finished orthodontic treatment with braces, tooth relapse is the last thing on your mind. Tooth relapse is when your teeth shift back to their original position after being aligned with orthodontia. Fortunately, there are ways to prevent relapse.
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To orthodontia wearers, it seems treatment takes eons. But your orthodontist is, in reality, following a carefully designed treatment plan to shift your teeth as quickly as possible, but slow enough to protect the integrity of the tooth structure.
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Most people think of orthodontic treatment and automatically picture a teenager with metal braces, but did you know that one-fifth of orthodontic patients are adults? Metal braces are no longer the norm either. Our staff at Intermountain Dental Specialists can create an orthodontic treatment plan for just about any stage of life.
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Braces have a reputation of being a painful experience, but once you get used to them, you will forget they are even there. It is common to experience some discomfort right after they are placed, and after they are tightened, but this is how you know the braces are doing their job!
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During orthodontic treatment, your orthodontist may introduce you to a new type of rubber band that you need to start wearing. They may seem overwhelming in addition to your braces, but they play an especially important role in properly aligning your teeth.
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Braces are used to straighten teeth that are crooked, but did you know braces can also correct many other dental problems? At Intermountain Dental Specialists, our orthodontists use traditional metal braces and clear aligners to address many teeth problems.
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Not only are the aligners invisible, but they are also removable, so you can eat and drink what you want while in treatment. Plus, brushing and flossing are no problem. They are also comfortable, with no metal to cause mouth abrasions during treatment.
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The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that all children age 7 or older be evaluated for the best treatment planning of their orthodontic needs. More and more adults today are seeking orthodontic treatment to improve their smile. In fact, about 30 percent of our patients are adults!
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Braces are attached to your teeth with an adhesive that normally will withstand the forces of eating. However, braces can be dislodged and wires bent or broken while eating certain foods.
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