BRACES
ORTHODONTICS( BRACES )
Orthodontics specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of dentofacial irregularities, such as crowded teeth, forwardly placed teeth, and abnormal positions of the teeth and the jaws.
What are the benefits of Orthodontics?
- Reducing the risk of decay: Crooked teeth are difficult to clean.
- Reduces the likelihood of having TMJ disorders.
- Reduce the chance of injury. Protruding teeth are more likely to sustain injury.
- Misaligned bites can lead to significant tooth wear during orthodontic treatment. Well-aligned teeth make anyone’s smile healthier and more beautiful.
- A pleasant grin improves one’s self-image and self-esteem.
Treatment
Major advances in technology and materials have taken place, leading to the following –
- Ceramic brackets tooth coloured
- Lingual orthodontics
- Mini implants for orthodontic anchorage
- Orthodontics for cleft lip and palate patients
- Orthodontic preparation for corrective jaw surgery
- Transparent invisible fibre braces are available which are more aesthetic in appearance. With the advances that have been made in this area of specialisation, orthodontic treatment is possible even in patients as old as 45–50 years provided the gum condition is good.
No trade-off in sanitization
In many centers, the orthodontic treatment patients are brought in batches on specific days in view of the orthodontist’s individual accessibility. With a few pairs of instruments, the disinfection process lasts between the patients. Here, orthodontic treatment patients are not found in bunches on particular dates. They are seen amid singular arrangements, which gives us a chance to focus solely on the procedure of sanitization.
Types of appliances
Fixed and Removable
The orthodontist may recommend fixed or detachable appliances based on patient compliance and treatment needs. Fixed appliances are worn continuously and are indicated for correcting moderate to severe malformations alignment. Fixed braces are made up of brackets, bands, and wires. Brackets can be built from metal, ceramic, plastic, or a mix of these materials. Removable appliances are recommended for mild deformities. Patients can remove this item.
Ceramic brackets
Ceramic brackets are usually clear or tooth-colored. They are used for adult patients who desire to hide their braces.
Functional appliances
Dentofacial discrepancies, or jaw growth discrepancies, are, therefore, commonly treated using functional appliances.
CLASS II: This could result when the growth of the lower jaw does not keep up with the upper jaw growth, due to cervical pull or high pull headgear, which helps reduce the severity of the problem.
CLASS III: Reverse pull headgear, facemasks, and chin cups help when upper jaw growth does not keep up with lower jaw growth.
Arch expansion
Children who have crowded teeth and narrow arches need palatal expanders. A palatal expander is a device that is either permanently or temporarily placed into the upper arch, and one will widen it gradually until it is wide enough to make room for the teeth. Normally, the device will be used for expanding narrow upper arch and will be used for six to eight months. Once the device is inserted into the mouth, either the parent or the orthodontist will expand the palate Once or twice a day Palatal expanders expand the upper arch and create a nice U” shaped rounded arch. It helps make the smile pretty.
Lingual orthodontics
Lingual braces are inserted beneath the teeth, as opposed to metal or ceramic braces that are applied.Cosmetic alternatives for front teeth are available for those who would not otherwise contemplate treatment. The tongue initially becomes irritated; however, the discomfort decreases as treatment progresses.
Orthognathic surgery (jaw deformity correction)
Orthognathic Surgery treats improper bite and incorrectly positioned jaws. The growth of the jaw is slow, and this may be a gradual process, with a change in chewing function, speech, oral health over time, or appearance. This may also be the case if there is injury to the jaw and birth defects. In many cases, orthodontics alone can satisfactorily correct most “bite” problems when only the teeth are involved. Otherwise, orthognathic surgery may be required in cases where the jaws are involved or if they are not related to each other properly.
Duration of treatment
Orthodontic treatment usually takes 18 – 24 months. Some patients may finish treatment earlier and others may take longer to complete. The total treatment time depends on the severity of the malocclusion, the type of treatment carried out, and the co-operation of the patient.
Retention
After receiving orthodontic treatment with active appliances, the braces are taken off, and retainers are inserted to stabilize the teeth in their new alignment. These could take the shape of wires fastened behind the teeth or detachable plates. An essential component of the treatment are retainers. The teeth may return to their initial position if they are not worn in accordance with the recommendations. Typically, the retaining appliances are worn only at night for a whole year. full-time for a duration of one yearphased out for a more year Once the retainers have been phased out, the orthodontist follows up on the corrected teeth on a periodic basis for approximately five years.
ALIGNERS
Clear Aligners
Do you dream of having the perfect smile? Having crooked or crowded teeth can make people self-conscious about their smiles and can also hinder their dental hygiene, which can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, or other issues with oral health. Perhaps you’ve avoided orthodontic treatment because, as an adult, you don’t want to wear traditional metal braces. Fortunately, there may be a more discreet way to straighten your teeth: clear aligners. Clear aligners are nearly invisible plastic shells that snap over your teeth. As you wear them, they apply gentle pressure on your teeth to gradually reposition them. If you have mild to moderate orthodontic problems, aligner treatments may be the orthodontic solution you’ve been looking for.
How Do Clear Aligners Work?
Clear aligners are sets of clear, thin, plastic-like trays that are custom-formed to fit your mouth and sequentially apply the pressure required to move the teeth. Typically, each aligner is worn for 1 week at a time, at least 22 hours a day, and moves teeth a fraction of a millimeter at a time. Aligners must be removed when you eat or drink and when brushing and flossing. The number of aligners and treatment times needed to correct misaligned teeth varies based on the individual’s orthodontic issues and the movements needed to correct them. To find out if aligners are the best solution for you, schedule a consultation with our orthodontist at Sanjeev Dental Clinic.
What Do Invisible Aligners Treat?
The most common conditions treated by aligners include:
Gapped teeth | Cramped or crowded teeth | Overbite | Underbite | Open bite | Crooked teeth | Crossbite Clear aligners may be a treatment option if you want straighter teeth and a less visible option to traditional braces.
Who Isn’t Eligible for Aligners?
Clear aligners are not right for everyone. Aligners work best at straightening teeth with mild to moderate problems. Aligners can even be combined with traditional orthodontic elastics to help with mild or moderate bite correction, those with more severe cases may need more complex treatment, which is treated more predictably with traditional braces. Our orthodontic Team will determine whether braces or clear aligners are the best treatment option for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Aligners:
Aligners work well for teens and adults. Like other types of braces, aligners work by gradually moving the teeth to the desired position. This is achieved by wearing a series of aligners, each for a certain period of time, the specifics of which will be advised by the specialist after a thorough clinical examination.
Following a discussion with the orthodontist about your expectations of treatment, a detailed
clinical evaluation will be done. X-rays, photographs and dental scans are used to assess your teeth and jaw position. The progress of the movement of your teeth will be shown to you on the computer screen. If you are satisfied with the final predicted appearance of your teeth, the orthodontist approves the treatment, and the aligners are delivered to you in one month by your orthodontist at Sanjeev Dental.
Clear aligners, such as Invisalign, are completely transparent. People generally do not notice them. You can see them if you observe them very carefully in well-lit conditions.
The aligners must be worn for a minimum of 22 hours a day. The aligners need to be removed while eating and brushing your teeth.
When a new set of aligners is worn, mild discomfort is felt, which lasts for the first few hours. This is described by most patients as mild pressure on the teeth, which disappears as the teeth adapt to the new aligners
braces treatment
The duration of the treatment varies from patient to patient. The duration of the treatment will be explained in detail by our specialist after a complete clinical examination. Aligners can be faster than braces in certain cases, as multiple tooth movements can be facilitated simultaneously.
There are absolutely no dietary restrictions when wearing aligners, unlike conventional braces. This is the biggest advantage of aligners. You can eat whatever you like as long as you remove the aligners and eat comfortably. Aligners have to be removed while eating. Liquids can be consumed while wearing aligners.
The cost of the aligner depends on the number of trays required to align your teeth. The number of trays needed can be determined after a clinical examination and a scan of your teeth using the aligner software. The cost of Invisalign and other aligner solutions is very affordable, and patients are increasingly choosing this option as aligner treatment does not affect their lifestyle.
You must visit the specialist at least once every 3–5 5 months during the course of treatment for
follow-up visits. This is done to ensure that the teeth movement occurs as predicted by the software. The team at Sanjeev Dental will ensure that you are reminded about these follow-up visits and also ensure that your teeth are in great condition during the course of the aligner treatment.
Following are simple instructions you must follow when using aligners:
Rinse aligners with water whenever you remove them.
Do not use hot water to clean aligners.
Clean the aligner with soap. Do not use toothpaste to clean them. A soft brush can be used to clean the aligners. Place the aligner in the box provided when it is not in your mouth.
You must brush and floss your teeth before you wear the aligners.
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