Dental Brace Guide

• An Instant Orthodontics procedure is complete in as little as two office visits

• You can have a straight new smile in a couple of weeks rather than a couple of years

• Instant Orthodontics does not involve painful and cumbersome appliances

• Your instant orthodontic procedure not only straightens your teeth, but also corrects a host of other cosmetic issues, including cracking, chipping, staining, and unevenly sized and shaped teeth

• The porcelain veneers used in Instant Orthodontics procedures replicate the color, texture, and luminescence of natural tooth enamel for a clean, natural look

• Harder and more durable than enamel when bonded into place, your porcelain veneers can actually reinforce your teeth

One time while I was in class, a good friend of mine asked me “Am I going to wear retainers after braces?”

The answer is YES.

Why you ask? Our periodontal ligaments and bone might take months or years to recall or get used to the new position of the teeth and stay in place. The retainer is a big help in forming the new positions. You should follow the instructions of your orthodontist regarding on how frequent you should use your retainers because if you won’t do that, your teeth may go back to its old self. Isn’t sad if you spent three years with your braces on but ended up looking the same because you don’ want to wear the retainers?

Essix Retainer or more popularly known as clear plastic retainer, is being used one or two days after the braces are removed by the orthodontist. Essix retainer is somewhat similar with the Invisalign appliance. I’ve been hearing a lot of complains regarding this type of retainer. It was said that this retainer is the most uncomfortable retainer ever that’s why some patients would rather stop in using it. Orthodontists are advising their patients to patiently wear them at night for two straight years, depending on the case. After that, the orthodontist will now replace is with the traditional type of wire retainer.

Invisalign, the leading alternative to braces, has many advantages: needs fewer appointments with your orthodontist; removal of the aligner while eating; and can take chewy, sticky foods. After you’ve eaten, the teeth are cleaned by brushing, flossing and rinsing with water and the re-aligner is then placed in. for cosmetic appearance, the aligner is invisible therefore it is not evident that the person is having his teeth aligned. It is usually worn 22 – 24 hours a day and is only removed when eating. The treatment using this appliance takes around 12 months. The time and cost differ in relation to the degree of abnormality and the patient’s willingness to use it.

Brush, using a special toothbrush, in between wires and gums to release any food particles that may have stuck in your dental braces.
Position bristles at 45 degree angle toward the gum and begin with the outside surface of your upper teeth. Brush in a circular motion two to three teeth at a time. Follow the same procedure for the inner surfaces.
Repeat the process for the lower. Rinse and check to see if all particles have been removed.
Floss in between braces daily.
You can use toothpicks and other similar devices for cleaning under brackets.
See your dentist at regular intervals for thorough cleaning of your dental appliance.

Don’t be afraid to ask your orthodontist if you have some questions in mind. To be honest, they do really appreciate if their clients are asking them.

Here are some questions that orthodontist usually anticipates you ask:

What is the cause of your current dental condition?
What is the best possible treatment for the dental problem?
What are the healing methods that you have to go through after the treatment?
What can you do to control the condition in the future and the problem never to occur again?

Finding the answers to the questions above from an orthodontist can make you enlightened.

The braces cost varies greatly depending on a number of factors. One of the most significant is the location. As you may know, orthodontists are now operating anywhere worldwide. They come from major cities to the minor cities in different countries, and whether you believe or not, each country has its own charge for dental care, so does for the braces. From the location, the braces cost may also vary according to the orthodontist you are considering. There are many experts today who offer braces at a pretty expensive price, while others offer some discounts and privileges for their patients. It is for this also that choosing the right orthodontist is critical in finding the right brace. The cost of braces may also differ to the extent of adjustment made to a particular corrective, as well as the type of brace recommended.

We have several ways that orthodontics can be used to help improve the way that a patient’s teeth align. When our parents were teenagers, it used to be that metal, obvious and often painful braces were the only solution to this type of problem.

Today, the products are much more easier to use. The braces are less difficult to care for and they are better looking. Some brace products such as Invisalign, are able to go unnoticed, too. Another thing, many people of all ages can get this type of help from kids to teens to adult. This means that you can take care of the overbite that you have.. It’s never too late!