Orthodontics

A proven, long-term solution to straightening your teeth and correcting your bite is orthodontics. Orthodontics is a specialty area of dentistry that focuses on aligning and straightening teeth and correcting bites using wires and brackets, or clear aligners with Invisalign, applying gentle pressure to the teeth to move them into a particulardesired position. The discipline has advanced over decades and today treatment is a lot faster and more comfortable than it was in the past.

Smile4U is proud to use Damon Braces which studies have shown to straighten teeth faster and with less pain when compared to more traditional braces options.

Here is an overview of orthodontics:

1. People who have problems with their bite and the way their top and bottom teeth line up are good candidates for orthodontic treatment.
2. Impressions, photos and x-rays are taken at the start of treatment to determine the course of action.
3. Brackets or clear attachments are bonded to individual teeth and wires or clear aligners clip onto them that gently guide the teeth into position over time.
4. Good oral hygiene habits are essential during treatment and regular visits are required for check-ups and adjustments.

There is a solution to having straighter teeth without having to wear the traditional metal braces. Known as ‘invisible orthodontics’, this type of treatment offers you the choice of wearing a clear and sometimes removable appliance while straightening and aligning your teeth.

This is often a favourable option for adults who have professional careers and who don’t feel comfortable wearing ‘train track’ braces for months on end. The technology behind invisible orthodontics is highly advanced and often gives patients a much shorter treatment time.

Here is an overview of how they work:

1. They straighten teeth discreetly, and some can even be removed periodically, making them easier to fit around your hectic lifestyle and.
2. They can straighten teeth faster than traditional braces, starting from as quickly as six months.
3. They are more comfortable than traditional braces because they use less force and can be removed for cleaning and eating.