Orthodontic Treatments
Straight, properly aligned teeth can make a great difference to your smile and facial appearance. And not just looks, but aligned teeth help you chew properly, are easier to clean and keep your mouth free from tooth decay and gum disease. So experience the magic of orthodontics, a sub-branch of dentistry which specializes in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities.
What is Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic treatment helps to correct improper bites, poor positioning of teeth, irregular tooth movement, crooked teeth and much more. Orthodontic treatments have a 2 way purpose: one to improve the teeth bite and second for purely cosmetic reasons to enhance the general appearance of teeth. Straight teeth and a correct bite will help to reduce the risk of future dental problems and help you to speak and smile more confidently.
Most common Orthodontic problems
- Protruding tooth
- Crowding or overlapping teeth
- Open bite, Cross bite, Deep bite
- Gaps between the teeth
- Lower jaw protrusion
Operating Principles
The design of the treatment plan depends on the core mechanics of orthodontics, which is based on the following three principles-
- Development: the growth and development of the teeth and jaws
- Alignment: checking the teeth alignment within the dental arches or jaws.
- Occlusion: the teeth bite in relation to the jaw movements.
Appliance Options
There are several orthodontic appliance options which enable the dentist to achieve the desired tooth movement and proper alignment in the most efficient manner. Simple teeth movements may take several months, while complex movements can take two or three years.
There are two options: Fixed Appliances, Removable Appliances
FAQs
| Pricing INR | Pricing USD |
| 25,000 to 1,20,000 | 300 to 1450 |
It is recommended to consult an orthodontist as early as 7 years of age. The earlier a problem is detected, better the solution can be offered.
After wearing braces, a patient may experience mild pain for 2 to 3 days. A child may feel a little discomfort at first due to the braces. But the soreness and uneasiness will gradually go away. Today’s braces are much more advanced, smaller and more comfortable.
After putting on the braces people are generally advised to properly brush and floss your teeth twice a day. Avoid sticky, chewy and hard food. Cut down on eating food with high sugar content which can possibly lead to cavities. Clean your braces carefully so as not to break them.
Most standard treatment time ranges from one and a half to three years. The actual time for the treatment will depends upon the individual patient and the severity of the problem. For adults, usually the time taken is longer compared to children as their tooth bone structure is set more firmly.
Absolutely not. Orthodontist treatment is essentially the same in both adults and children. In fact many orthodontic patients are adults.