Braces & Orthodontic treatment Sydney CBD
Most of us do not have naturally straight teeth. But this can often be rectified with braces or other orthodontic treatments.
Braces, perhaps combined with some extractions, can give us ideal teeth. This is best done when we are teenagers when most of our permanent teeth have emerged. The benefits of this can last a lifetime.
Options for Orthodontic treatment Sydney CBD
Traditional braces
Traditional braces are an older technology, but they has proven reliable and effective, which is why they are still used. Thousands of people have straight teeth as adults because of the braces they wore as teenagers.
Braces use metal brackets on the front of individual teeth. These are joined to adjected teeth with a metal wire. This system puts constant pressure on misaligned teeth to shift them into an ideal alignment. Any misalignment of the jaw, if it is not too extreme, can also be corrected with braces.
Braces of all types can:
- Fix gaps between teeth
- Fix the alignment of individual teeth.
- Lower Teeth that are too high in the mouth
- Correct slight to moderate overbite and underbite.
- Correct slight and moderate jaw misalignment (crossbite).
- Widen the arch of the mouth to a moderate extent.
Braces are initially painful and awkward, but the pain is short-lived, and we soon learn to adapt to the feel of the braces on our teeth.
Ceramic and Clear Braces
One disadvantage of metal braces is their appearance. Ceramic braces are similar to the natural colour of our teeth, making them less obvious. And they are just as effective as a conventional brace. Clear braces are also less obvious and work in the same manner.
Lingual Braces
These are like traditional metal braces except that they are put behind the teeth rather than in front. Hiding the braces in this manner makes them virtually unnoticeable to other people. The disadvantage is that they are initially more awkward and can affect speech. They are also more difficult for the dentist to work on.
Gold and Titanium Braces
Some individuals are allergic to the nickel used in stainless steel braces. So gold plated or titanium braces are used instead.
It is also possible to have braces as an adult, though adults often dislike the look of braces. Alternatives, such as Invisalign, which are clear mouthguards that perform all the same functions as braces, are one good option for adults. Other adults opt for Lingual Braces, which are not noticeable.
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Correcting the teeth alignment when we are young will mean far fewer issues when we are older. The teeth will be easier to clean. There will be a lower chance of gum infections. The correctly aligned teeth will suffer less wear over time. And there is far less chance of developing jaw problems.
If you feel you might benefit from Orthodontic treatment in Sydney CBD then talk to us. The results last a lifetime.
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