Having straight teeth can improve your smile’s appearance, and it also has long term health benefits. Factors such as your genetics, childhood habits, and more, can cause your teeth to become crooked or misaligned. Your Riverside Dental Group team offers several methods to help straighten your smile. In today’s blog, we’re discussing these options and at what age this treatment should begin.
Phase One Treatment Prepares You For Orthodontics
It’s recommended that you bring your child in for their first orthodontic visit around the age of seven years old. While this may seem quite young, your little one has lost the majority of their baby teeth by this time, and it is a great opportunity to assess their smile needs. The team will examine their oral cavity and can determine if any interceptive treatment is necessary before beginning braces. Interceptive treatments like retainers and expanders can help ensure their jaw develops properly before using braces to adjust their teeth.
We Offer Invisalign And Braces
There are many options available for orthodontic care. The type chosen for you will depend on your personal needs and the severity of your misalignment. For younger patients, we offer traditional metal braces, which may be what you envision when you think about orthodontic care. Metal brackets and wires held in place by colorful rubber bands help gradually adjust your teeth into the correct position. We also offer esthetic braces, which work the same way but are less visible to others. Invisalign is another popular option available for teenage and adult patients. This method uses clear trays to correct your smile without the need for metal brackets and wires. It’s never too late to correct your smile, so you can start this process as an adult at any time.
Wearing Retainers After The Orthodontic Process
The treatment process can take around one to two years to complete. After you have your braces removed, though, you may still need to continue treatment with retainers. There is a chance that your teeth can shift out of place when you stop treatment. To prevent this from happening, you will need to wear retainers to maintain your smile. These may be clear, removable ones that you wear overnight, or a permanent retainer that stays in place for as long as your orthodontist recommends.
Schedule An Appointment To Learn More
Are you interested in our orthodontic treatment options? Schedule an appointment with your nearest Riverside, CA, dental group location to learn more about braces and Invisalign.
Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.
Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.
Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest (951) 776-9001
Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.
Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.
Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.
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