Your orthodontist will discuss the various types of braces with you.
Plastic braces teeth.
Less noticeable than metal braces.
This is normal and to be expected.
They are often used to correct underbites as well as malocclusions overbites open bites deep bites cross bites crooked teeth and various.
They re made from a clear plastic or acrylic material and fit tightly over the teeth but can be removed for eating brushing and flossing.
When you get your invisible braces they should be relatively thin and provide a snug fit.
Hawley and clear plastic retainers.
Some even use tooth colored wires to be even less noticeable.
Both hawley and clear plastic retainers can be removed from your mouth for daily cleaning.
Invisalign clear plastic aligners fit snugly over teeth and are barely visible to others.
Brushing routine using fluoride toothpaste and a soft bristled toothbrush are ideal for cleaning teeth with braces.
To clean your hawley or clear plastic retainer follow these steps.
You ll get a new aligner every few weeks to continue.
Another method of straightening teeth uses removable plastic retainers.
This may also work if your teeth aren t too crowded.
Move teeth much faster than clear plastic aligners invisalign.
Orthodontists and hygienists may recommend interdental brushes or floss threaders to make getting in between teeth easier.
Metal braces have the same end result but are more obvious to others especially the traditional metal wire bracket and brace appliances.
We can create a natural beautiful straighter smile for you in a matter of weeks using virtually in invisible and discreet braces like invisalign.
Dental braces also known as braces orthodontic cases or cases are devices used in orthodontics that align and straighten teeth and help position them with regard to a person s bite while also aiming to improve dental health.
Ceramic braces are the same size and shape as metal braces except that they have tooth colored or clear brackets that blend in to teeth.
Begin brushing at a 45 degree angle at the gum line using small circular motions.
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However you may experience mild discomfort from the pressure exerted on your teeth by the invisible braces.