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Why Do You Need an Orthodontic Consult?
Straight Teeth, Healthy Smiles!
Crooked or crowded teeth aren’t just about how your smile looks – they can affect your health too! When teeth are packed too tightly, it’s harder to clean them properly, which can lead to cavities. Misaligned bites like overbites or underbites can cause jaw pain, headaches, and even make it harder to chew or speak clearly.
But there’s good news! Orthodontic care does more than just straighten teeth. It improves your oral health, enhances your appearance, and gives you a boost of confidence. A straight, healthy smile can make a big difference – whether you’re meeting new friends or nailing a job interview.
What Can Orthodontic Treatment Do for Me?
Our orthodontic treatments can help with a variety of issues, including:
- Closing wide gaps between teeth for a more uniform smile.
- Aligning teeth properly to ensure a healthy, natural look.
- Straightening crooked teeth for easier cleaning and better confidence.
- Improving speech or eating by fixing alignment issues.
- Boosting gum and tooth health by reducing the risk of decay and gum problems.
- Preventing excessive wear or trauma that can damage teeth over time.
- Treating improper bites, like overbites or underbites, to reduce jaw pain and discomfort.
Why Orthodontics Matters:
Better Oral Health
Straighter teeth are easier to clean, lowering the risk of tooth decay.
Balanced Facial Features
Proper jaw alignment can improve the way your face looks and feels.
Confidence Boost
A beautiful smile can help you feel great about yourself in any situation.
Orthodontic care isn’t just a cosmetic choice – it’s an investment in your health and future. Let’s create a smile that lasts a lifetime!
Your Orthodontic Journey: What to Expect
Complimentary Initial Consultation
Your journey begins with a free, comprehensive evaluation. During this visit, we will:
- Examine your teeth, jaw, and facial structure to understand your unique needs.
- Use tools like X-rays or digital scans to get a detailed view of your oral health.
- Discuss your goals and create a personalized treatment plan tailored just for you.
This no-cost opportunity lets you ask questions, explore treatment options like braces or clear aligners, and understand the path to your perfect smile.
Orthodontic Treatment
Your treatment involves using appliances like braces or aligners to gradually move your teeth into place. Here’s what to expect:
Regular Adjustments
Routine appointments to monitor progress and make necessary adjustments.
Commitment to Care
Maintain good oral hygiene and follow treatment recommendations for the best results.
A Healthy Smile
Over time, your teeth will align, and your confidence will grow!
Types of Orthodontic Treatments We Offer
Traditional braces are a reliable, effective way to treat crooked, crowded, or misaligned teeth and bites. Modern braces are smaller, more comfortable, and easier to maintain than ever before. They consist of:
Treatment time can range from six months to a few years, depending on your needs. Our team will guide you through the process for the best results.
- Metal brackets attached to your teeth
- Wires adjusted over time to gradually align your teeth
Invisalign offers a nearly invisible way to straighten your teeth using custom-made, clear aligners. Benefits include:
- Comfort and Convenience: No brackets or wires, just removable aligners.
- Quick Results: Most treatments take less than 18 months.
- Personalized Planning: See a digital preview of your new smile before you start.
By switching aligners every few weeks, your teeth will gradually shift into place for a beautifully aligned smile.
Clear ceramic braces are similar to traditional wire braces but are made of clear materials instead. This makes them much less visible. We recommend these mostly for older teens and adults who appreciate their discreet advantage.
Ceramic braces require more attention to oral hygiene because they are larger and more brittle than metal braces. We use them more frequently on upper front teeth, where your smile is most noticeable.
Invisalign’s clear aligners fit over your top and bottom teeth and hardly show at all. Our adult and older teen patients love Invisalign for this reason. Invisalign aligners can be removed for regular brushing, flossing, and cleaning. You can also remove them when you eat, which means you don’t have to give up foods that you would with wire braces. You can even take off your aligners during special occasions.
Aside from being removable, Invisalign has comfortable acrylic aligners that don’t irritate your mouth like the brackets from wire braces can.
Invisalign is a perfect option for busy people because it typically requires fewer office visits and also less treatment time.
Invisalign isn’t for everyone, but it’s usually ideal for adults. Let us know if you’re interested in Invisalign clear braces to straighten your teeth quickly and comfortably.
Commonly Used Orthodontic Appliances:
Special Fixed Appliances
Used to control thumb sucking or tongue thrusting, these appliances are attached to the teeth by bands.
Rapid Palatal Expander
A device used to widen the arch of the upper jaw. It is an appliance placed in the roof of the mouth.
Lip Bumpers
This are designed to keep the lips away from the teeth. The lip muscles can exert pressure on the teeth, and this bumper helps relieve that pressure.
Jaw Repositioning Appliances
Also called Herbts, this device is worn on the top or lower jaw, and help train the jaw to close in a more favorable position. They may be used for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMJ).
Headgear
With this device, a strap is placed around the back of the head and attached to a metal wire in front, or face bow. Headgear slows the growth of the upper jaw, and holds the back teeth where they are while the front teeth are pulled back.
Removable Retainers
Worn on the upper and lower arch, a retainer is used to retain the teeth in a finished position after orthodontic treatment and prevent shifting.
Find the Best Option for You
During your complimentary consultation, we’ll help you decide between traditional braces and Invisalign based on your needs and goals. Let’s create the smile you’ve always wanted—schedule your free consultation today!
Flexible Payment Plans: Making Orthodontics Affordable
At Crosby Family Dental, we believe everyone deserves access to quality orthodontic care. That’s why we offer flexible payment and financing options to fit your budget:
- We Accept: Most major dental insurance plans.
- No Insurance? No Problem! Flexible financing plans let you spread the cost over time.
- Convenient Payments: Pay with credit cards or our in-house payment options designed to make your care stress-free.
Our goal is to make orthodontic treatment affordable and accessible for everyone.
Let’s Get Started!
Transforming your smile is a commitment, but with the right care and support, it’s worth it. From your first consultation to the final results, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Ready to take the first step toward your dream smile? Contact us today!
Our Professional Team
Our team of orthodontists are highly skilled & dedicated who take considerable pride in treating one smile at a time. Our orthodontic professionals are here to make each step of your orthodontic experience an amazing one. We have the expertise to treat our patients with utmost care and provide the best dental experience you deserve. The top priority of our orthodontic team is to provide the highest quality dental care to our communities in a family like environment.
