Orthodontics

An effective long-term solution to straightening your teeth and correcting your bite is orthodontics. Orthodontics is a sub-specialty area in dentistry that focuses on aligning and straightening teeth using wires and brackets, applying gentle pressure to the teeth to move them into a particular position. The discipline has advanced over decades and today treatment is a lot faster and more comfortable than it was in the past. 

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There is a solution to having straighter teeth without having to wear the traditional unsightly metal braces. Known as invisible orthodontics, this type of treatment offers you the choice of wearing a clear and sometimes removable appliance while straightening and aligning your teeth.   

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Here's how it works:

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1. Patients who have problems with their bite and the way their top and bottom teeth line up against each other are good candidates for orthodontic treatment. 

2. Impressions, photos and x-rays are taken at the start of treatment to determine the course of action and create aligners.

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4. Good oral hygiene habits are essential during treatment and regular visits are required for check-ups and adjustments.