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Ortho Dictionary
Parts of Braces
Appliance
Anything your orthodontist attaches to your teeth which moves your teeth or changes the shape of your jaw.

Arch wire
The metal wire that acts as a track to guide your teeth along as they move. It is changed periodically throughout treatment as your teeth move to their new positions.

Band
A metal ring that is cemented to your tooth, going completely around it. Bands provide a way to attach brackets to your teeth.

Bond
The seal created by orthodontic cement that holds your appliances in place.

Bracket
A metal or ceramic part cemented (“bonded”) to your tooth that holds your arch wire in place.

Coil Spring
A spring that fits between your brackets and over your arch wire to open space between your teeth.

Elastic (Rubber Band)
A small rubber band that is hooked between different points on your appliance to provide pressure to move your teeth to their new position.

Elastic Tie
The tiny rubber band that fits around your bracket to hold the arch wire in place. They come in a variety of colors.

Headgear
Headgear uses an external wire apparatus known as a facebow to gently guide the growth of your face and jaw by moving your teeth into proper position. The force is applied to the facebow by a spring-loaded neck strap or head strap. The straps have a safety release that disconnects if the facebow is pulled or snagged.

Headgear Tube
A round, hollow attachment on your back bands. The inner bow of your headgear fits into it.

Hook
A welded or removable arm to which elastics are attached.

Ligature
A thin wire that holds your arch wire into your bracket.

Lip Bumper
A lip bumper is an arch wire attached to a molded piece of plastic. The lip bumper holds back the molars on your lower jaw to provide more space for your other teeth.

Mouthguard
A device that protects your mouth from injury when you participate in sports or rigorous activities.

Palatal Expander
A device that makes your upper jaw wider.

Retainer
An appliance that is worn after your braces are removed, the retainer attaches to your upper and/or lower teeth to hold them in place. Some retainers are removable, while others are bonded to the tongue-side of several teeth.

Separator or Spacer
A small rubber ring that creates space between your teeth before the bands are attached.

Tie Wire
A fine wire that is twisted around your bracket to hold the arch wire in place.

Wax
Wax is used to stop your braces from irritating your lips.

Orthodontic Procedures
Banding
The process of fitting and cementing orthodontic bands to your teeth.

Bonding
The process of attaching brackets to your teeth using special orthodontic cement.

Cephalometic X-ray
An x-ray of your head which shows the relative positions and growth of the face, jaws, and teeth.

Consultation
A meeting with your orthodontist to discuss a treatment plan.

Debanding
The process of removing cemented orthodontic bands from your teeth.

Debonding
The process of removing cemented orthodontic brackets from your teeth.

Impressions
The process of making a model of your teeth by biting into a soft material that hardens into a mold of your teeth. Your orthodontist will use these impressions to prepare your treatment plan.

Invisalign
An alternative to traditional braces, Invisalign straightens your teeth with a series of clear custom-molded aligners. Invisalign can correct some, but not all, orthodontic problems.

Ligation
The process of attaching an arch wire to the brackets on your teeth.

Panoramic X-ray
An x-ray that rotates around your head to take pictures of your teeth, jaw, and other facial areas.

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Orthodontics can be successful at any age. However there is an ideal time when the best improvement can be achieved. Contrary to popular belief, orthodontics is not something to postpone until a child is older. In fact the American Association of Orthodontists recommend, that all children have an orthodontic screening by a specialist orthodontist by age 8.

For some patient timely orthodontic treatment may prevent the need for jaw surgery, extraction of teeth, or fracture of protruded upper incisors. Early treatment may also help your child’s self esteem. A complete evaluation will determine if your child will benefit from early orthodontic treatment.

You are never too old to smile, meaning you are never too old to improve the appearance or health of your teeth. In fact 35% of patients are adults. With the latest advancement in orthodontics, wearing of braces has become easier and more effective than before. If the thought of wearing braces has held you back from having the smile you have always wanted, consider our clear, invisible braces or Invisalign.

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A customized treatment plan is developed which is tailored specifically for that individual and an estimate of treatment time is provided. Our investment in continuing education is to keep us current with state of the art procedures including Invisalign.

Come and see the difference at a place where perfection is the ultimate goal, and excellence is the least you can expect. Quality makes the difference, and we believe you are worth the highest efforts and attention. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care in the most friendly manner.

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Traditional Braces

This well-known type of orthodontic treatment employs brackets and wires to gradually move teeth into a pleasing, healthy arrangement. After precisely planning your orthodontic treatment, your orthodontist will thread a thin wire though clear or metal brackets bonded to the front of each tooth. Gentle tension applied to the wire straightens crooked or crowded teeth, closes gaps between teeth, and corrects bite problems.

Our knowledgeable orthodontic team provides instruction on how to care for your smile while wearing braces and explains each step in the process to attain your smile goals. Treatment time for each patient varies and depends on many factors, including the severity of the problems to correct. On average, orthodontic treatment with traditional braces takes 12 to 36 months to complete.

While our dentists often recommend traditional braces for children and teens who require orthodontic treatment, metal braces aren’t just for kids! Many adults opt for traditional braces, as well. We also offer Invisalign clear braces and Six Month Braces for teens and adults who prefer a more unobtrusive orthodontic solution than traditional braces provides.

Call today to schedule your orthodontic consultation. You’ll receive customized care and one-on-one attention for an exceptional experience and a fabulous smile!

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Invisalign Clear Braces
Invisalign provides older teens and adults with an attractive alternative to traditional metal braces. Using a series of clear, acrylic aligners, Invisalign gently and quickly closes gaps, straightens teeth, and eliminates crowding. The aligners are comfortable to wear and easy to clean. They’re removable, too. Take them out to eat a meal, brush and floss, or attend a special event. Then, re-insert the custom-fitted aligners to continue the straightening process.

Creating Your Custom Invisalign Aligners
We use advanced technology to design custom Invisalign aligners, and a certified Invisalign lab fabricates the clear braces. No two smiles are alike, and each custom series of Invisalign aligners meets the unique requirements of each individual patient. Once you receive your aligners, simply wear each pair for about two weeks, then move on to the next set in your series.

Get on the Fast Track to a Beautiful Smile!
Treatment time is fast with Invisalign, generally 12 to 18 months. Many patients complete Invisalign treatment in less than a year.
Call today to schedule your Invisalign consultation. A dramatic new smile is within reach with Invisalign clear braces.

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Cosmetic Braces

At our practice we’re pleased to provide modern orthodontic solutions that deliver dramatic effects. We offer a fast, comfortable, and effective method to transform smiles marred by crooked teeth. In fact, this leading-edge system is ideal for teens and adults who want to discreetly straighten the teeth that show when they smile.

Is this right for me?
If you have crowded or misaligned teeth but don’t require bite correction, then we may be the solution you’re seeking. The clear braces and tooth-colored wires quickly guide teeth into their most pleasing arrangement. Because we work quickly and unobtrusively to correct dental crowding and straighten crooked teeth, many people find this orthodontic method more attractive and affordable than other systems.

How do I get started?
To begin the treatment process, the doctor will take molds of your teeth. Technicians at a certified lab will use these molds to create your custom clear braces. You’ll visit our office every month for adjustments, and then faster than you can blink, you’ll have a stunning smile you can’t wait to show off! Treatment time ranges from four to nine months, with an average treatment time of six months for most patients.

We also offer Invisalign clear braces to esthetically improve smiles. Learn more about Invisalign solutions here
Call today to schedule your consultation. Don’t hide your smile. Transform it with Cosmetic Braces!

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Innovative Orthodontic Treatments for Beautiful, Healthy Smiles

If you’re searching for an orthodontic solution in to transform your crooked, widely spaced, or crowded teeth into a stunning smile, look no further than our practice. Our highly trained and experienced general and cosmetic dentists design personalized orthodontic treatments using traditional braces, Invisalign clear braces, and Six Month Smiles. We serve children, teens, and adults at our comfortable, convenient office and deliver exemplary service for incomparable smiles.

Personalized Service, Customized Orthodontic Care
At your one-on-one consultation, the dentist will evaluate your smile and recommend the orthodontic solution that best suits your needs, budget, and expectations. Our friendly, knowledgeable team members make dental visits pleasant and deliver the top-of-the-line care residents of and surrounding areas have come to expect from our practice. Let us bring out the best in your smile! Call our orthodontic office today to schedule a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation and discover the life-changing effects of customized orthodontic care.

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You might have questions about the surgeon itself. There are two types of surgeons who are specialized to this type of surgery. The first is a person who specializes in oral and maxillofacial issues. The other surgeon is one who specializes in craniofacial surgery. These surgeons normally work with an orthodontist. They do the more hands on stuff, the initial treatments before and after the surgeries are normally their area of expertise. They recommend surgery and do all of the follow up care.

There are sometimes that a plastic surgeon might be called in to do the surgery. This is very rare. The reason that this is rare is because of the training or rather lack there of with those sort of medical specialists. They do not have the education required they have just enough education, but most orthodontists do not feel it right that they do this. Normally, if you have to have this sort of surgery, one of the previously mentioned surgeons will be called. We ensure you that they do this for your own good.

One of the most hard things for people are those who have to have tools in their mouth to make corrections before or after surgery. What are we referring to when we say tools? There are two tools that people normally have to have in their mouth. The first of which are braces. Now some might be ordered to wear these before surgery. Some might also be ordered to have these put on the teeth after surgery. It just all depends on what the orthodontist suggests. The other thing that is most commonly put on the teeth or made to wear before or after surgery is a retainer. This is not as uncomfortable as the braces we mentioned.

Normally when you have surgery, to even start planning it you will meet with those that the orthodontist wants to involve as well as the orthodontist themselves. In some instances, if there should be some need for speech therapy, a speech therapist will be at this initial meeting as well. Here they will tell you all that you need to know about the procedure that you are going to have and what it will do for you. They will also tell you of any risks that might be involved. From there, they will take photographs and other things to prep for them to figure just how they are going to do that and get a game plan going. This will then be used to show you about what you can expect from such surgery by the software that they will use.

Now you might be wondering about all the gory details of the surgeries itself. Now, it is more advanced than when you have normal oral surgery. This is that they don’t cut the skin. They can go in through the mouth and make any corrections that way. They might have to wire the teeth together. This is in instances where they are realigning the jaw or something of the sorts. Normally, a person is put under through a general anesthesia. They also wear a nose tube that has oxygen. Depending on what procedure you have will determine how long the estimated time frame of surgery will be.

Once you have had this type of surgery, you can expect to feel discomfort. You might find that you are vomiting due to the blood and the reactions of the anesthesia. You will feel swelling and have bruising. You might even feel numb in areas where the nerves might have been cut. That all will go away. Directions for post operation care will be given to you so you know what to expect and when you should worry. You might also want to brace yourself because you might not be able to eat food. We are almost certain you won’t want to eat food and therefore, you can look forward to a liquid diet. There is always the risk of infection as well, so you will want to be sure that you follow all their order to ensure that you keep the infections away.

There you have it though. What you can look forward to. Many people fear great things and we can understand why you have those fears. Surgery is never a pleasant thing nor does one want to think about having it done. If you have questions concerning this, you should ask them. That is the purpose of the planning meeting that you and the doctors will have. This is a perfect time for you to ask any questions that you might have. The same thing is true after the surgery. The one thing about any surgery is that you want to know of all the risks and you will also want to know of what it is that needs to be done and if something is out of the ordinary. Your surgeon will be up front with you and totally honest with you. Do not worry about that, but now you have a better understanding of this sort of surgery.

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