How Long Does Braces Treatment Take?
Every treatment plan is specific for you and your orthodontic desires. More difficult cases may require patients to wear braces for additional time to achieve lasting results. Your time and investment is important to us, thus we concentrate on providing quality care rather than to expedite. Although timelines may differ, most teenagers can achieve their perfect smile in roughly 18 months with excellent cooperation. To receive an exact quote, join us for a complimentary consultation and meet with our doctor who will be able to plan out your individual treatment.
Happy Confident Smiles and Improved Self-esteem
Braces deliver so much for teenagers than just a straight smile, but they build better appearance and confidence. A 1981 study discovered that whereas subjects with straight front teeth were perceived as more attractive, intelligent and better adjusted compared to those with unstraightened teeth. Likewise, findings from a 2014 study, Esthetic Dental Anomalies as Motive for Bullying in Schoolchildren, indicated that seemingly insignificant dental imperfections can spark teasing and bullying among schoolchildren and affect their self-esteem and empathy. The emotional costs of comparing yourselves to your friends can include anxiety, depression and even academic consequences. In perfectly lining up the teeth, braces do not just build a more aesthetically pleasing smile, they establish support that will keep adolescents protected from these difficulties which aids in high self-esteem and emotional health.
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Foods to Avoid With Braces
To keep your treatment on track and protect your braces, it’s important to avoid certain foods. Sticky, hard, or chewy items can damage brackets, bend wires, or cause them to loosen—leading to discomfort and delays in your progress. If your braces can’t apply the right pressure, your teeth may shift back, extending your treatment time. For a smooth, hassle-free experience, skip these foods until your smile is complete. The results will be well worth the wait!
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Caring for Your Teeth With Braces
While you may need a few more minutes in the morning for brushing and flossing with braces, it wil be second nature before you know it. Do not forget to clean deeper, especially around the brackets and wires of your braces as these areas could be a breeding ground for the formation of food particles and bacteria. No matter how well you brush, missing these areas on a regular basis can result in tooth decay and possibly even tooth loss. Floor-waxing threader or orthodontic flossers work well to make cleaning around your braces easier so you can get rid of any food particles which may become lodged there. Relax, though; we have the top tips and tricks to maintain a healthy smile while you undergo your treatment.
Protecting Your Mouth During Sports With Braces
Just because you have braces doesn't mean you need to stop playing the sport you love. You can guard your teeth and orthodontic appliances with a mouthguard that is made to fit comfortably over braces. If you get hit in the face, a well-fitting mouthguard will protect your braces-sheathed mouth and act as a buffer between the sharp metal parts and your tender tissue. A mouth guard in horseshoe form is the ideal choice, which offers enough room for your braces and teeth (source). Stay away from boil-and-bite styles as they may not fit correctly after your teeth start to move during treatment.
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Braces Cost and Affordable Options
Prices for braces vary based on your individual requirements (e.g. how severe your case is, whether you are an adult or a child, what kind of orthodontic tools best meet your needs) Take longer appointments for more complicated matters to reach closest to that perfect smile. Although braces are a wise investment in one's smile as well as overall dental health, we know how important it is to obtain a great result at an affordable price.
We also have flexible financing options to help reduce financial stress while giving you the treatment your family needs. In addition, we liaise directly with insurance companies to ensure your financial responsibilities are minimal. It is not only our aim to give you a smile, but to guarantee that every process in getting one comes at a cost and availability which will keep your dental requirements -- smiles great.
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The Benefits of Braces
For generations, braces have been a trusted orthodontic treatment because they work so well to consistently produce beautiful results and prove durable enough to stand up to the demands of daily wear. Strong and reliable, they are still widely popular among teens looking for a no-fuss, tried-and-true method for gaining a better smile. Despite their traditional nature, contemporary braces are now slimmer, more effective &more comfortable than ever before.
Braces are often treated as a purely aesthetic procedure, however they offer significant advantages that extend beyond how you look. One of the advantages straight teeth that many people do not know about also has to do with cleaning them easier, leading to less chance to get plaque and cavities which can easily lead into gum disease. Aligning the bite and jaw can also help alleviate pain and improve the ability to chew. Braces address not only aesthetic issues but functional problems as well, producing a smile that is more than simply good-looking, but healthy too! We at Best Smile are thrilled to get you on the road to having a strong and perfect smile that will last a lifetime.
