Braces are devices that align and straighten teeth. They do so in relation to a patient’s bite. Braces can also fix gaps between teeth and they are a common treatment solution for underbites, as well as other forms of jaw misalignment including, overbites, open bites, deep bites, cross bites, crooked teeth, among additional complications.
Braces are a treatment modality for either cosmetic or structural reasons. Many times its both.
The application of braces moves the teeth as a result of force and pressure on the teeth. Braces consist of four components:
The teeth move when the wire puts pressure on the brackets and teeth. Sometimes springs or rubber bands are used to direct more force in a localized spot. The process loosens the tooth after which new bone grows in to support the tooth in its new position in a process called bone remodeling.
Traditional metal wired braces are stainless steel and are sometimes used in combination with titanium. The second-most common type of braces are self-ligating. Self-ligating braces do not require elastic ties. Instead, the wire goes through the bracket. The benefits of this approach include: reduced treatment time, less pain on the teeth, and fewer adjustments are required.
At the Centers for Dental Implants we know the decision to opt for braces is a significant choice. And it’s a decision you must feel totally comfortable with in making. For many patients, young and older alike, braces are a functional and cosmetic solution that will radically transform your smile for decades to come.
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Once your orthodontic treatment is completed, you’ll enjoy a beautiful, natural-looking smile for many years to come, along with renewed self-confidence and less mouth discomfort! For more information about restoring your smile with braces or invisalign, or to schedule a free consultation with Dr. Garg and his team, contact the Center for Dental Implants at one of our locations around Miami today!
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