Category: orthodontics

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Being healthy includes the state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not just absence of diseases and infirmity same goes for your oral health. A healthy and beautiful smile does not merely include an absence of caries or gum diseases but also a well-aligned and correct correlation between the teeth. According to different studies performed in India, the prevalence of malocclusion ranges from 20-43 percent in both adults and children. With its increasing prevalence of malocclusion and malalignment, more and more people are becoming aware of their oral health and smiles. Having straight and aligned teeth are crucial for our esthetic and play a vital role in maintaining better oral health. The use of orthodontic treatment like conventional braces or clear aligners helps us reduce plaque accumulation, is easy to clean, and flawless smiles make it much more alluring.

As an orthodontist in practice for last 4 ½ years , I have been consistently providing braces treatment to teenagers keeping their chronological age as the onset criteria. But what about the other end of the spectrum ? With increasing prevalence of appliances that are barely noticeable , it is not hard to figure out why more and more adults are seeking treatment. At Newton Brook clinics we are proud to help patients at all age groups achieve their confident smile.

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Dental braces are devices used by the dentist to align and straighten teeth and to position them in relation to a patient’s bite to improve dental health, function, and aesthetics. Conventional braces comprise of large metal or ceramic [tooth coloured] brackets, metal wire and a wide variety of elastics. Brackets are the small metal or ceramic modules that are attached to teeth. They help as guides to move the teeth and hold the archwire in place. These braces require a heavy archwire to link the brackets and exert pressure on the teeth. The archwire is a metal wire that is attached to brackets to move the teeth in the desired direction. Elastics are like rubber bands, that are used to hold archwires into brackets and to move teeth.

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When you hear the word “braces,” you probably think of the dental treatment that will straighten teeth. While this is absolutely true, orthodontic treatment with braces also provides other important benefits that are often overlooked.

Properly aligned teeth can help improve appearance and boost a patient’s self-confidence, but did you know misaligned teeth that are not corrected can cause bigger issues over time? Teeth that are aligned properly have a reduced risk of future dental issues and are easier to maintain with your oral hygiene routines of brushing and flossing.

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Invisalign is often a preferred treatment option for those who want a discrete way to straighten teeth. While many patients recognize Invisalign, not many are familiar with Invisalign Go. What makes these two products different? In short, the difference comes down to the length of time, the severity of your case, and which provider you are seeing.

Invisalign clear aligners are one of the orthodontic treatment options you can choose to achieve your perfect smile. But how do you know if Invisalign is the right option for you over traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, or lingual braces? Learn the benefits of Invisalign and what to look for when choosing the best orthodontic treatment for you!

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When we look at clear aligner therapy (Invisalign®) and braces as what they are, tools to move teeth, it becomes easier to compare them against one another. Teeth don’t know the difference between Invisalign® and braces, but there are biomechanical benefits to the way both tools move teeth and why orthodontists select one over the other when working with patients.

In terms of oral hygiene and the ability to move teeth, Invisalign® is often a preferred treatment option for compromised periodontal (gum) tissues, open bites, and minor crowding. Busy patients also benefit from shorter appointments and longer appointment intervals, only having to see your orthodontist for approximately 15 minutes every 2-3 months for a standard adjustment.

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Many parents begin asking when their children will need braces when their child is still very young. While anyone can benefit from them at nearly any time in their life, most individuals start braces at about 12 or 13 years old, with the opportunity to start earlier if needed. The timing in these years is beneficial because the head and mouth are still growing, which makes the process more conducive to shifting teeth.

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Planning for the cost of braces, or orthodontic treatment is something we often forget to take into consideration. With the increased popularity of orthodontic treatment, many parents have begun to expect this additional expense and are looking for ways to plan effectively and prepare for a treatment that will set the foundation for their child’s smile.

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