Orthodontics
Orthodontics
is the branch of dentistry that specializes in the diagnosis,
prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities.
Orthodontists requires
professional skill in the design, application and control of corrective
appliances, such as braces and retainers, to bring teeth, lips
and jaws into proper alignment and to achieve facial balance.
The results of orthodontic
treatment can be dramatic — beautiful smiles, improved dental
health and an enhanced quality of life for many people of all
ages. Outstanding results are also dependent on maximizing the
coordination of care between you and our practice.
Braces
 Dr.
Anshu believes that it’s never too late to improve your smile,
and she can create a comprehensive orthodontic treatment plan
for any member of the family at her practice. At our clinic, we
offer treatment options including traditional orthodontic braces, clear braces, invisible
braces and the revolutionary Invisalign® system. We also
offer an incentive program to encourage our younger patients to
follow their orthodontic treatment plan.
Types
of Dental Braces
Dr. Anshu offers several methods of teeth straightening: Metal Braces, Self Ligating (Damon) Braces, Clear Braces, Invisalign, and Active Retainers. You and Dr. Anshu
will collaborate to determine which option is best for you.
Metal
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Metal braces are the
most widely used system of straitening teeth. Small metal brackets
are bonded to the tooth with a wire passing through them. The
wire is usually held tightly to the brackets with small elastic
o-shaped rubber bands. The rubber bands can be metal colored (the
most discreet) or colorful, depending on what you like. Metal
brackets are very strong and can withstand most types of treatment.
They tend to be the most inexpensive treatment and can
treat the most severe cases.
Metal brackets can
be silver or golden. The golden brackets look a bit more "jewelry-like"
and are often a popular choice with young women.
Metal brackets are
very strong and can withstand most types of treatment. At first
they may irritate your gums, but after a few weeks, when your
cheeks get "toughened up" they are not a problem anymore.
Most traditional metal braces require an elastic o-shaped rubber
band, called a ligature to hold the arch wire onto the bracket.
Sometimes orthodontists use metal tie wires (little wires which
are twisted around the bracket) in place of elastic ligatures.
In the "old days",
metal braces were not just brackets, but bands that wrapped around
the entire tooth. Nowadays, people wear small metal brackets that
are glued to the front of each tooth (a big improvement!) Those
old-fashioned bands are usually reserved for molars or teeth with
fillings that spill to the outside surface of a tooth. Metal brackets
tend to be less expensive than other types of brackets. In addition,
you can make them colorful with ligatures that come on a rainbow
of colors.
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Viazi
Braces
A different
type of metal bracket is called the Viazi (or Viazis)
bracket, sometimes called "FastBraces." Viazi
is a trademarked system of dental braces. It is also sometimes
called "FastBraces. It uses triangular brackets and
square wires instead of round wires used with traditional
brackets. With Viazi braces the crown and root of the
teeth are moved at the same time and comparatively less
force is used which causes less pain. Viazi braces take
around one year to straighten and align teeth. Conventional
braces take around two years for the same treatment.
Learn about
how Viazi Braces work here
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Lingual
Braces |
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For those patients
who want complete “obscurity,” lingual braces may be an
option. Lingual braces are applied to the inside surfaces
of the teeth. Many people (especially professionals such
as lawyers, doctors and sales representatives) opt for
these “hidden” braces. It’s important to discuss this
option with an orthodontist as ingual braces are not applicable
to all orthodontic problems.
Lingual braces
are attached to the inside or lingual side of the teeth
which makes them completely non-visible. Lngual orthodontics
particularly well-suited for adults whose professions
keep them in the public eyes.
Lingual braces
are designed and fabricated using new CAD/CAM and rapid
prototyping technologies. The brackets are made out of
a highly durable, dental-gold alloy. The precision wires
are designed and bent to your specifications using robotic
technology.
PROCESS
After you and
Dr. Anshu have discussed your desired outcomes, she’ll
take a precise impression of your teeth. This mold will
serve as a guide from which your custom brackets and wires
will be fabricated.
Your new braces
will arrive approximately six weeks after Dr. Anshu took
your impressions. She’ll then prepare your teeth
and apply the new braces using a precise process.
Follow up requires
occasional visits to Dr. Anshu for monitoring and progress
appointments, until your teeth have reached the desired
configuration.
WHO CAN WEAR
LINGUAL BRACES
Men and women
aged 13 to 60-plus are eligible for linguals. If you qualify
for standard braces, you can be treated using these nearly
invisible braces. Dr. Anshu can help you decide if these
are the best braces for your needs.
Lingual braces
are particularly suited to several categories of patients.
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People
concerned about damaging the front surfaces of their
teeth
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Those
who don’t want their braces to show
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Adult professionals
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Athletes
involved in contact sports
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Musicians
who play wind instruments
WHO CAN WEAR LINGUAL BRACES
Lingual braces
are best suited for patients aged 13 to 60-plus. If you
qualify for standard braces, you can probably wear lingual
braces. Dr. Anshu can help you decide if these are the
best braces for your needs.
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Self-Ligating
(Damon) Braces |
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You may have heard of "speed braces." These
are sometimes also referred to as "self-ligating
brackets" or "Damon Brackets.
Self-ligating braces
are brackets that do not need the elastic bands to hold
the wire to the brackets. Instead, each bracket has a
sliding door locking mechanism to hold the wire. The brackets
allow the wire to slide back and forth which means fewer
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Instead of visiting Dr. Anshu every four weeks, as with traditional
metal braces, you might only need to come every six to eight weeks.
These brackets are smaller than traditional metal brackets and less
food gets trapped around them when you eat.
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Clear
Braces or ceramic braces |
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Clear braces also known as
ceramic braces are very similar to metal braces in their function.
The only difference is that the brackets are tooth colored (less
conspicuous than 'clear' versions). These brackets are nearly as
strong as the metal counterparts and so they can treat almost all
of the same cases (some exceptions exist).
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Invisalign |
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Invisible
braces or Invisalign is a great treatment option for
people who do not have severe problems and are concerned
with esthetics during the treatment. Instead of bonding
brackets to the tooth, a series of strong plastic trays
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Each tray is made to move your teeth slightly and is worn for a
few weeks. Once Dr. Anshu has determined that your case can be treated
with invisalign, the most important consideration is your cooperation.
They must be worn for at least 18 hours a day in order to achieve
results.
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Viazi
Braces |
Viazi is a
trademarked system of dental braces. It is also sometimes
called "FastBraces. It uses triangular brackets and
square wires instead of round wires used with traditional
brackets. With Viazi braces the crown and root of the
teeth are moved at the same time and comparatively less
force is used which causes less pain. Viazi braces take
around one year to straighten and align teeth. Conventional
braces take around two years for the same treatment.
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Active
Retainers |
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Active retainers are a
great solution for people who only need slight adjustments in their
anterior tooth alignment. Dr. Anshu fabricates a traditional retainer
that is fitted with active springs. Treatment time can be very short
and the retainers can be worn all day without being very intrusive.
Once treatment is completed the retainers are worn only at night
to maintain your beautiful smile!
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