Parkcrest Dental Group: Orthodontics/Braces

Children should have an orthodontic evaluation by age seven because some corrections are easiest while the bones are still growing. Treatment may take a little longer for adults and other procedures may be needed in addition to braces.

Crowded teeth, extra teeth, missing teeth, or jaws that are out of alignment can all be corrected with orthodontics. People may be born with these conditions or they can be caused by accidents, early or late loss of baby teeth, or sucking of the thumb for too long.

After a thorough examination, the orthodontist will develop your custom treatment plan. A special treatment appliance will be created for you and adjusted periodically. After the teeth have been moved into their proper positions, you may need to wear a retainer for a time.

Invisalign® For many adults who have crooked teeth the idea of braces keeps them from getting their teeth straightened. There is an alternative to traditional braces. That alternative is Invisalign®.

Straight teeth improve not only appearance but function. Not only that, straight teeth are easier to clean.

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