Four Steps to Adult Braces
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Paul Guenther
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Published on 09/4/2009
Braces for adults? In the past, it was almost taboo. Putting braces on the teeth of an 18+ year old was once considered unnecessary, unpleasant, and even strange. Today, however, lots of adults are taking the plunge to straighten their teeth and improve their overbites.
Braces for adults? In the past, it was almost taboo. Putting braces on the teeth of an 18+ year old was once considered unnecessary, unpleasant, and even strange. Today, however, lots of adults are taking the plunge to straighten their teeth and improve their overbites. So how can an adult with braces survive the experience? Well, it all starts with recognizing what you are getting yourself into.
The preliminary steps include x-rays, molds, and a treatment plan. The orthodontist will review your impressions, come up with a plan of action, and give you a full on consultation with regards to expectations.
Prior to getting your braces, the orthodontist will potentially take part in a number of pre-treatment procedures, including the insertion of spacers if your teeth are too close together, a professional teeth cleaning, and, the dreaded "tooth extraction" if it proves necessary to successfully mount the brackets.
When your mouth is ready for the braces, the orthodontist will apply "etchant" to your teeth and bond the braces of with high intensity plasma light. Don't worry, though, this portion of the process is pain free. Once the braces are mounted to your teeth, an arch wire is placed through openings to begin the tightening process. You may also have tiny rubber bands attached to each brace, additionally. These bands hold the wire in place and make the braces feel a little bit better against your inner lip.
What will it feel like when the process is complete? Well, at first you'll feel a little sore. Your teeth have already started to shift, believe it or not, and the braces will likely irritate the inside of your mouth. This is only temporary, though, and your mouth will soon adapt to the feeling of the new braces. Chewing may also be difficult the first few days; which may lead to your orthodontist limiting the types of foods that you can eat.
In the end, braces, even for adults, are an excellent choice. While the braces may be on your teeth for some time, the length of treatment is typically shorter when compared to the periods of juvenile orthodontics. When you have finally put in your time, and the braces are off, you will be very pleased with your new smile and corrected bite.
The preliminary steps include x-rays, molds, and a treatment plan. The orthodontist will review your impressions, come up with a plan of action, and give you a full on consultation with regards to expectations.
Prior to getting your braces, the orthodontist will potentially take part in a number of pre-treatment procedures, including the insertion of spacers if your teeth are too close together, a professional teeth cleaning, and, the dreaded "tooth extraction" if it proves necessary to successfully mount the brackets.
When your mouth is ready for the braces, the orthodontist will apply "etchant" to your teeth and bond the braces of with high intensity plasma light. Don't worry, though, this portion of the process is pain free. Once the braces are mounted to your teeth, an arch wire is placed through openings to begin the tightening process. You may also have tiny rubber bands attached to each brace, additionally. These bands hold the wire in place and make the braces feel a little bit better against your inner lip.
What will it feel like when the process is complete? Well, at first you'll feel a little sore. Your teeth have already started to shift, believe it or not, and the braces will likely irritate the inside of your mouth. This is only temporary, though, and your mouth will soon adapt to the feeling of the new braces. Chewing may also be difficult the first few days; which may lead to your orthodontist limiting the types of foods that you can eat.
In the end, braces, even for adults, are an excellent choice. While the braces may be on your teeth for some time, the length of treatment is typically shorter when compared to the periods of juvenile orthodontics. When you have finally put in your time, and the braces are off, you will be very pleased with your new smile and corrected bite.