Orthodontics
Orthodontic examinations
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that studies dental and jaw deformities, deviations in the location of teeth and intermaxillary relationships, as well as methods for their prevention and treatment.
How does the first visit to an orthodontist go?
First, we take a complete history of the patient, then we carefully listen to the history of the problem. We take a status and take intraoral, extraoral and X-rays. We scan the dentition with an intraoral scanner and do a full orthodontic analysis.
We discuss which orthodontic treatment option is most appropriate in your case and offer different solutions to the problem.
Questions that the orthodontist will answer during the first visit:
- Is there an orthodontic problem?
- When should treatment begin and what will be the consequences of delaying it?
- What will the treatment be like?
- How long will the treatment last?
- How much will the treatment cost?
Why should you visit an orthodontist before the age of 7?
- Early treatment can prevent serious problems with the development of the chewing apparatus.
- Early treatment may shorten future treatment or make it easier
- Orthodontists can notice very small problems in jaw growth and tooth eruption, even during mixed dentition.
Aligners - Invisalign
Invisalign® is a method by which your teeth are straightened without others knowing, as this is done through personalized, removable devices called aligners.
How does treatment with aligners work?
First visit
Using one of the most advanced scanners, your orthodontist will quickly and accurately create a detailed 3D scan of your current smile and map out a personalized treatment plan for you. This way, you’ll know exactly what to expect at every step. You’ll also get a sneak peek of your new smile.
Second visit
When you get your first set of Invisalign aligners, your orthodontist will schedule a series of regular check-ups to monitor the progress of your new smile.
The most important condition for aligner treatment is to wear them for at least 22 hours a day and only remove them when eating and brushing your teeth, in order for the orthodontic treatment to be as effective as possible. For this reason, aligner treatment requires great cooperation and perseverance from the patients for the perfect result.
Why choose aligner treatment?
- Faster results. With Invisalign clear aligners, you can get the new smile you want 5 months faster than with braces.
- More comfortable. Invisalign treatment is more comfortable than braces
- Fewer visits. Very suitable for patients with busy schedules.
- Better oral hygiene. Aligners are removable and do not interfere with maintaining perfect oral hygiene.
Braces
What is a brace?
Braces are elements that are mainly made of metal or ceramic and are fixed to the teeth. Orthodontic wires pass through them, which have a controlled effect on the teeth and move them to their correct position.
How long does braces treatment last?
This depends on the severity of the problem and the type of deformity. Most orthodontic treatments last 1.5 – 2 years.
What age is best for braces?
You’re never too old for orthodontics. However, the best time to get braces is usually between the ages of 9 and 14. At this time, the jaws and facial bones are more flexible because they’re still developing.