orthodontics

There are a variety of options, fixed and removable, that help move teeth, maintain muscles, and affect the growth of the jaws. They work by placing gentle pressure on the teeth that move through the jaw bone.

Although treatment plans are personalized, most people use braces for one to three years, depending on their individual needs and the position and occlusion of their teeth.

The most common fixed treatment option, the device consists of brackets, elastic bands, and a wire arch. The brackets are cemented to the front of the tooth and are used as anchors for orthodontic treatment. Bowed wires are placed through the brackets, and small elastic bands fix the wire to the bracket. Squeezing the wire puts tension on the teeth, gradually moving them to the proper position. Orthodontists adjust the braces every month to achieve the desired results, which can be achieved in one to three years.

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Today's dental braces are smaller, lighter, and much less metal than in the past. They are available in bright colors for children and light styles preferred by many adults.

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Once the dental braces are removed, a retainer is used on the upper and lower jaws (or where the appliances were originally placed) to hold the teeth fixed in their new position.