ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT

Orthodontic treatment is a way of aligning and straightening/moving teeth, to improve the appearance of the teeth and how they work. it can also help to look after the long-term health of your teeth, gums and joints, by spreading the biting pressure all over your teeth.

What is the best age for orthodontic treatment?

  • Early treatment : Orthodontic treatment gives the best results when received before the age of 16(once most of their permanent teeth have erupted)
  • Adult treatment: Orthodontic treatment during adulthood is possible, and can dramatically improve your personal appearance and confidence. Its never too late for orthodontic treatment. Visit us to receive a detailed analysis and treatment module.

How long is the orthodontic treatment?

  • The length and duration of your treatment is determined by various factors, including the severity of your alignment issue, your age, the health of your teeth and surrounding structures, and the type of procedure you need to undergo. Average duration will range from 12 to 24 months.

What are the types of braces?

There are various types of braces, which can be chosen according to the treatment requirement or patients need.

METAL BRACES

Do-I-Need-Braces-1280x720

Tradiotional metal wired braces stainless steel and are sometimes used in combination wth titanium. Tradiotional metal braces are the most common used type of braces.These braces have metal brackets with elastoc ties holding the metal wire into the brackets.

LINGUAL BRACES

lingual_braces

These have the same components as that of metal braces, but they are fixed to the back of the teeth, on your lingual(tongue) side of the teeth.Since the are attached behind your teeth, they are nearly invisible.

CERAMIC BRACES

ceramic-braces-barrhaven-ottawa

Ceramic braces also known as ‘clear braces’ are orthodontic tools used to straighten teeth and fix bite problems They contain clear or tooth-coloured ceramic brackets attached to the surface of your teeth with similar coloured wires and rubber elastics, which provide more discretion.

INVISALIGN

cool@1x

Invisalign is the most advanced,safe and efficient teeth staightening method.It improves your smile without the help of wires or brackets.Invisalign treatment uses a series of near invisible, custom-made aligners.These aligners are removable, so you can take them out when you need to eat or brush your teeth.

Over the course of your treatment, you will be given a set of removable aligners that look a bit like retainers. The system uses thermoplastic material to gradually straighten your teeth.To keep the straightening process going, your aligners need to be worn for 20 to 22 hours a day. You can remove them for eating or brushing your teeth, but if taken out too much, treatment won’t be as effective.The total treatment time averages from nine to 15 months but can take as little as three months depending on the type of Invisalign aligners you have.

Types of Invisalign treatment

There are different types of Invisalign systems which might be suitable for you, depending on your clinical need.

  • Invisalign full: The most common type of Invisalign treatment which can treat several common orthodontic issues.
  • Invisalign Teen: Invisalign treatment specifically designed for teenagers, which includes parent-friendly features such as indicators if your child isn’t wearing their aligners enough.
  • Invisalign i7: A type of cosmetic teeth straightening designed for mild cosmetic orthodontic issues.
  • Invisalign Lite: Suitable for the treatment of simple to moderate orthodontic issues. Treatment time can take as little as three months.

Benefits of Invisalign treatment

  • Over six million people have straightened their smile with Invisalign aligners.
  • If you’re considering orthodontic treatment but don’t like the thought of fixed braces, then clear aligners could prove the ideal solution.

Before & After Treatment