At Coast Family Dental we cater for adults who have a desire to improve their smile and provide a full range of treatment options. Orthodontics is one such option and can be a very effective method to achieve this desired result. Whether it is done on its own or coupled with other treatment modalities such as crowns, veneers and dental implants the use of orthodontics in adults is now a common occurrence.
Traditional Braces
Traditional braces or metal braces are bonded to each tooth with an adhesive. Braces are connected by a wire which exerts a continual force on each bracket thereby moving teeth. Braces need to be adjusted every 4-8 weeks to ensure teeth are moving into their correct position. These adjustments can cause some mild discomfort and can make teeth feel a bit tender for the first few days following an adjustment. This usually subsides after each adjustment.
Clear/Ceramic Braces
Ceramic braces use transparent or clear brackets and are less visible than metal braces. Ceramic braces work just as well as metal braces and can be an ideal option for adults.
Clear Aligners
Trust your dental professional to properly examine, diagnose and guide you during your clear aligner journey.
At Coast Family Dental we utilize a range of well known, branded aligner systems. Teeth do not always move according to a computer generated plan. Patients do need regular visits to their dental professional every 4-8 weeks to ensure teeth are moving into the correct position. You may need to be rescanned and new aligners issued if teeth are not moving according to plan.
Clear aligners utilize a sequence of near invisible trays/aligners which are worn for approximately 22 hours per day. They need to be removed prior to eating and drinking (except for water). Compliance is a key factor for success of treatment. If you do not believe you will be compliant with clear aligners then treatment timeframes will become prolonged and results will be less than desirable. If compliance is a concern, then rest assured the team at Coast Family Dental can offer an alternative treatment option.
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