Braces for Teens

Many teens think of getting braces as an intimidating experience, but it is really not so scary. These days, types of braces vary by materials, styles, and colors. Braces for teens are also extremely common. You probably even know some people from school who have them. Furthermore, today’s braces usually are not worn for as long as those from your parents’ teen years. Premier dental and Orthodontic center offers several styles of braces for teens.

HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO WEAR BRACES?

How long you will need to wear your dental braces is based on three factors:

1. What needs to be corrected- The length of treatment necessary to fix a certain issue is what most determines how long you need to wear your braces. In addition, each patient responds differently. Whereas one patient may finish treatment in just one year, another may require two years. These times generally depend on the speed of your body’s response and what degree of work is required to give you the smile you want.
2. Your involvement- Your cooperation in the process has a major impact on how long your treatment takes. It is essential to take proper care of your appliances and teen braces, as doing so can shorten the duration of your treatment.
3. Keeping regular appointments- Keeping regular appointments with your orthodontist, which are scheduled for about six to eight weeks in advance, is a very important factor in the length of your treatment. You should try to minimize cancellations if at all possible. However, if you cannot avoid missing an appointment, you should call our office to reschedule.

Brace your way!

At Premier Dental and Orthodontic center, we offer several different kinds of braces for teens.
They can choose from these options to best suit their personal style and needs. Some of the most common choices include:

• Conventional Ceramic Braces
• Conventional Metal Braces
• Damon Metal Braces
• Damon Ceramic Braces
• Clear Aligners

WHY SHOULD I GET BRACES?

While it may be difficult to believe during the process, having braces will actually improve the appearance of your smile. Your smile is your most obvious feature and often the first thing people notice about you. When you look in the mirror, are you happy with your current smile? If not, braces will change that. A better-looking smile can improve your social life and your self-confidence.

Most importantly, getting dental braces improves functionality when speaking and chewing. Having correct teeth alignment also prevents more serious dental issues. When teeth shifting occurs, it becomes more challenging to reach in between the teeth for preventative care. Without getting those hard to reach spots around the teeth and gums, periodontal disease is more likely to happen.

WILL ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT CHANGE MY LIFESTYLE?

The first days of braces can be the most challenging for some. Braces for teens can come with a few complications to your lifestyle, such as having to avoid certain foods and spending a little more time on your oral care routine. However, most teens find that these issues are minor and braces don’t really alter other areas of their lives. You can still play instruments, participate in sports, sing, and speak clearly. You can even use special-colored elastic bands on your braces if you want to make a fashion statement. The chances are good that once people see you with braces, they will not even think anything of it. It is important to note, however, that you will need to wear a mouth guard while engaging in any sports.

CAN I GET THOSE INVISIBLE BRACES  INSTEAD OF TRADITIONAL ONES?

While there are a few specific problems requiring braces, many cases can now be treated by clear aligners. Please schedule consultation to see if you are a good candidate and to discuss all of your options.

Braces for Adults

It’s a common assumption that braces are only for teenagers. However, regardless of your age, it’s always possible to restore your smile and improve your dental health. For a variety of reasons, many adults were unable to correct problems during their childhood. These issues can include overbites, misaligned jaws, crowded teeth, underbites, jaw joint disorders, and crooked teeth. Over the years, if these issues are left untreated, they can progress towards more serious issues. These can include gum disease, serious tooth decay, chronic headaches, ear pain, as well as problems with speaking, biting, and chewing. Adult braces can give these individuals the help they need to correct these problems and protect their oral health in the future.

 
Other reasons that adults may benefit from orthodontic treatment:

• Correct a misaligned bite or malocclusion.
• Fix teeth that are either too crowded or too widely spaced apart, a significant contributor to advanced gum disease and tooth decay.
• Regain a more beautiful smile.
• Improve oral hygiene and health.
• Relieve pressure and pain in the jaw that is caused by misaligned or crooked teeth.

WHAT KIND OF BRACES ARE AVAILABLE FOR ADULTS?

While metal braces were more traditional in the past, adults can now benefit from advanced orthodontics that are comfortable, nearly invisible, and customized to their unique needs.

Premier Dental and Orthodontic center now offers adults a variety of advanced braces to match your lifestyle, including:

• Conventional Ceramic Braces
• Conventional Metal Braces
• Damon Metal Braces
• Damon Ceramic Braces
• Clear Aligners

WHY SHOULD I CORRECT CROOKED TEETH AS AN ADULT?

There are many reasons adults choose to address misaligned teeth. These are mainly for cosmetic or functional reasons. Our teeth play an important role in our social lives as well as chewing our food. Take a look at the following reasons to correct crooked teeth:

• Your smile is often the first feature that people notice. The best way to make a great impression is when you have a smile that you are proud to share with the world.
• A beautiful, symmetrical smile helps with your confidence when it matters most. Successful orthodontic treatment will boost your self-confidence, improving your relationship with others and giving you the freedom to smile without holding back.
• The best way to have healthy teeth is when they are straight. Once properly aligned in position, it is far easier to keep teeth clean, preventing the build-up of chronic gum disease and other serious oral health problems in the future.

There are also reasons for teeth to shift as an adult that need to be addressed. Those with late wisdom teeth eruptions commonly experience teeth shifting. Other dental issues may result from car accidents or other events causing dental trauma.

WHY SHOULD I GET BRACES?

While it may be difficult to believe during the process, having braces will actually improve the appearance of your smile. Your smile is your most obvious feature and often the first thing people notice about you. When you look in the mirror, are you happy with your current smile? If not, braces will change that. A better-looking smile can improve your social life and your self-confidence.

Most importantly, getting dental braces improves functionality when speaking and chewing. Having correct teeth alignment also prevents more serious dental issues. When teeth shifting occurs, it becomes more challenging to reach in between the teeth for preventative care. Without getting those hard to reach spots around the teeth and gums, periodontal disease is more likely to happen.

ARE ADULT BRACES DIFFERENT?

No different than teenagers, adults can benefit from a more beautiful smile and improved oral health from wearing dental braces. But because adult mouths are no longer growing, orthodontic treatment may take slightly longer than for teens. Most of our adult clients require wearing braces for about a year and a half to three years.

Once we remove your adult braces, you’ll need to continue to wear a retainer. This will work to preserve all of the benefits of your newly straightened teeth.

Benefits of Damon Braces over traditional braces

Orthodontic appliances such as braces are routinely used to straighten teeth. But traditional braces have their own challenges, namely, they are noticeable and often quite uncomfortable to wear.
Damon braces can not only be virtually transparent, they’re also more comfortable to wear.

WHAT ARE DAMON BRACES?

Damon braces are modern alternatives to traditional braces. They consist of a self-ligating system which uses high tech wires as well as tieless brackets. These use a clip for holding an archwire inside the bracket. It means that instead of attaching the arch wire to brackets with elastic ligatures, brackets themselves contain a component which closes around the wire to keep it attached.

BENEFITS OF DAMON BRACES OVER TRADITIONAL BRACES

The Damon System is self ligating. It works by using wires and a bracket instead of O-rings or ligatures. This makes it easy to change the braces. Also, you will not experience the same pressure on your teeth associated with wearing metal braces.

Unlike traditional braces, Damon braces don’t use elastic ties for binding the brackets onto the arch wire, something that makes cleaning hard. Instead, they are tieless which makes them easier to clean. There is also a substantial reduction in the friction so you will experience considerably less discomfort compared to traditional braces.

Apart from being more comfortable to wear, the Damon Clear system is also much less noticeable. You’ll feel less self conscious and be able to smile more naturally for the entire course of treatment.
Through light, continuous force, Damon braces let the memory-shaped wires move easily within the brackets. Most orthodontists prefer using Damon Braces because they can move teeth faster into the correct position.

OTHER ADVANTAGES OF DAMON BRACES OVER TRADITIONAL BRACES

• Shorter treatment times
• Fewer visits than with traditional braces
• Better appearance during the treatment because of clear brackets and less bulky wires. There is very rarely a need for teeth to be extracted.
• Damon braces are also an excellent choice for people with severe crossbites, underbites or overbites.
• Brackets are smaller and flatter so more comfortable

HOW TRADITIONAL BRACES DIFFER FROM DAMON BRACES

In all fairness, traditional braces have witnessed some improvements in the last 20 years. Today, they are made with lighter and stronger materials.

However, they differ from Damon Braces in that they use elastic ties to position the wire in the brace. For this reason, traditional wires can become quite uncomfortable as a result of the friction between the ties, wires and brackets. They’re also bulky and can require more thorough cleaning and maintenance. If you want something that has a more comfortable fit, and produces accurate and efficient results, the Damon system is usually an excellent choice.

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