The importance of braces is no secret. Braces are very familiar to most people, especially during the teenage years. Dental braces have been around for many years to correct teeth and jaws and help achieve a straight and attractive smile. They are typically used by orthodontist specialist, who have extra post-graduate training, specifically in orthodontic treatments. Braces can straighten, align and position teeth. Most people get braces in their early teenage years, but it’s now becoming more common for adults to get braces too. Modern materials have made having braces much more comfortable and attractive than in the past. This has contributed to the increase in the popularity of getting braces.
Orthodontist Treatment in Lahore
Overview
Your specialist orthodontist will recommend the best option for you, after assessing your teeth. Your treatment options vary from braces, to retainers, to Invisalignclear aligners treatments and more, for both adults and children.
Braces
Braces are the more traditional device used to straighten your teeth. There’s a range of different braces options available.
Fixed braces
These are the more traditional and common type of braces. Small brackets are bonded to the front of the teeth surfaces and a wire is run through them and held in place with a small coloured elastic band. You can have either plastic or metal brackets.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Invisalign clear aligners treatment involves wearing a series of clear thin aligners, which are a bit like a very thin mouth guard, or tray. Each aligner is worn for two weeks and then the next one in the series is used. Because they are removable, they can be taken out for eating, drinking and sport.
Education
Braces have been around for thousands of years. They were first invented in the early 1800s and have changed dramatically since then. They’re used to fix crooked teeth by straightening them to help you achieve that perfect straight smile, for life.
Apart from making your teeth look great, there are also many important functional reasons for straightening teeth:
Crowded and crooked teeth are hard to clean which can, in turn, cause a range of problems in the future
Too much space between the teeth, caused by the jaw being too big for the teeth or missing teeth
If the upper and lower jaws are misaligned or there’s an underbite or overbite
You could also consult an orthodontist specialist in Lahore if you notice other problems such as difficulty chewing or biting, if your child complains of a clicking jaw, tooth grinding or clenching, speech difficulties and breathing through the mouth instead of the nose.