Why do you have swollen gums with braces?
Wearing teeth braces is the best way to solve the variety of issues brought on by dental misalignment. Plus, correctly aligned teeth improve the smile dramatically. Conversely, there will be some discomforts along the orthodontic journey. You should endure them to achieve the dazzling smile you want. If you had worn orthodontic braces earlier, you … Continue reading “Why do you have swollen gums with braces?”
What is meant by Overjet Teeth?
Do you feel hard to close your lips completely? Are your upper front teeth overlap in the horizontal dimension? You have overjet teeth. Overjet is an atypical dental condition in which the top teeth extend far and sit over the lower teeth. Generally, our upper front teeth slightly stick out of the lower front teeth … Continue reading “What is meant by Overjet Teeth?”
What should everyone know about permanent retainers?
Our teeth have a natural tendency to move to the available spaces. It shows that the aligned teeth can also move back to their original position after the braces are coming off. However, wearing a retainer will resist the relapse force so that the problem of teeth reverting to misalignment is prevented. There are 2 … Continue reading “What should everyone know about permanent retainers?”
Is it right to use your last set of clear aligners instead of retainers?
The completion of orthodontic treatment is inbounded to a critical follow-through stage called “Retention”. It intends to prevent the aligned teeth shift back to the pre-treatment position. This is the reason why orthodontists advise their patients to wear retainers once teeth straightening treatment is completed irrespective of the type of brace the patient wear. Similar … Continue reading “Is it right to use your last set of clear aligners instead of retainers?”
What is the role of a quad helix expander in teeth straightening treatments?
Quad Helix is a kind of palate expander and it is used to widen out the upper jaw. Orthodontists choose this appliance to correct crossbite and narrow top jaw. This apparatus is made with a 38 ml stainless steel having thickness of around 0.9 mm. Besides this, a quad helix appliance consists of 4 spirals … Continue reading “What is the role of a quad helix expander in teeth straightening treatments?”
How to avoid Orthodontic Relapse?
Wearing dental braces ensures you perfect straight teeth at the end of orthodontic treatments. Besides correcting the position of misaligned teeth, the teeth straightening treatment tends to improve appearance, provide a gorgeous smile, enhance oral functions, and other privileges. However, the teeth will not stay in their streamlined positions if you do not follow the … Continue reading “How to avoid Orthodontic Relapse?”
Jaw Correction Surgery – Procedure, Types, Benefits & Aftercare tips
Reconstructive Jaw Surgery, also known as Orthognathic Surgery is performed to correct abnormalities in the jaw bone structure. It is recommended at times when the bite problems cannot be addressed with dental braces. Besides correcting the bite problems and jaw irregularities, this corrective surgery helps to treat certain cosmetic problems like facial imbalance and receding … Continue reading “Jaw Correction Surgery – Procedure, Types, Benefits & Aftercare tips”
What is meant by dental occlusion treatment?
Occlusion is a term that defines how well your upper jaw teeth collide with the lower jaw teeth. Generally, your upper teeth should not fall short of the lower teeth. Similarly, the incisor (middle teeth) of upper and lower jaw should align when you close your mouth. You might notice the improper lineup in upper … Continue reading “What is meant by dental occlusion treatment?”
Why do some adults have baby teeth?
Teeth that erupt in our babyhood are temporary but they are essential for preserving the space for our adult teeth. Typically, the milk teeth begin to appear when a kid is 6 months old and the eruption continues until the age of 3 years. Everyone has 20 baby teeth in their childhood and the primary … Continue reading “Why do some adults have baby teeth?”
Do nighttime clear aligners straighten your teeth like standard braces and daytime aligners?
Most people who visit our clinic to get orthodontic treatments request nighttime clear aligners for teeth straightening. As many people do not like the “brace face” aesthetic, invisible braces (clear aligners). In the meantime, certain people feel it hard to take the braces out every time for eating and drinking. We assume that it pushes … Continue reading “Do nighttime clear aligners straighten your teeth like standard braces and daytime aligners?”
