Dental Braces Greeley

Contents: What are they? | Treatment length  | FAQ

 

A bright smile is important not only for appearances but also for first impressions. The meaning of a person's grin can frequently reveal a lot about their personality. Dental braces are oral appliances that orthodontists use to correct crowded teeth and jaws. In this helpful guide, we'll go over the definition of metal braces, explain the step-by-step treatment process, and other important facts.

Here's what you need to know and what to expect when getting metal braces Greeley, CO at Taft Hill Orthodontics.

What are Metal Braces?

Metallic brackets

These are made of stainless steel, gold, titanium, or nickel and are affixed to the front of the teeth with specific dental cement. The archwire passes through slots in them.

Archwire

This is a metallic wire that runs through the slots in the brackets. Stainless steel, titanium alloy, or nickel titanium are used. The force required to move the teeth is determined by the wire's thickness and stiffness.

Orthodontic ligatures

Simply put, these are rubber bands used to keep the archwire in position within the bracket. They're available in a variety of colors and can be swapped out for new ones at each visit. They make braces for kids a pleasurable experience.

 

Adults bracesTraditional braces Greeley CO treat the following issues:

  • crooked teeth or overcrowded teeth
  • There is gap or too much space between the teeth
  • Upper front teeth that overlap the lower teeth, either vertically (overbite) or horizontally (overjet)
  • Upper front teeth that bite behind the lower ones (underbite)
  • Misalignment in the jaw which can cause an uneven bite
  • Crossbite
  • Deep bites

Before, the only option to treat these types of issues is wire-based, metallic braces that are commonly used by teens. Today, modern dentistry has introduced a variety of solutions to straighten the teeth which make this treatment not only available for teens but for kids and adults as well. See more on abnormal eruption teeth treatment.

Clear braces

Clear Braces contain tooth-colored brackets, tooth-colored bands, and colored archwire. The brackets are made to match the color of your natural teeth. Tooth-colored bands are also available to teens and adolescents. The metallic archwires are tooth-colored as well for pleasing aesthetics.

Invisalign

Clear aligners are sets of clear, removable plastic aligners that can be worn on the upper jaw, lower jaw, or both. These work similarly to braces by exerting force through the use of the plastic aligners when worn.

Lingual braces

Most patients prefer not to have their braces visible. We offer Lingual Braces which have the brackets and wires attached to the inner, or lingual surfaces of the teeth to make it invisible. Lingual Braces are similar in design to traditional braces and it also contains wires to which the archwire passes.

 

Braces for Adults

braces for kids in GreeleyA lot of people think that dental braces are only for kids and teens. But in reality, people of any age can benefit from orthodontic treatment. Even patients ages over 50 years old can get this treatment. The reason most are younger patients is that it is easier to correct teeth alignment issues at that age range. The only difference when braces are used in older patients is that it will take a lot of time to get to the desired results. If you don’t like the look of metal braces, there are many less noticeable options for braces, and there are other types of treatment that won’t require you to have years of commitment. It’s not too late to get that even smile you’ve always wanted.

 

Braces for Kids

We recommend having children (age 7 years old) have an orthodontic evaluation. This is the best age to get braces as orthodontists will be able to easily detect the nature of misalignment and the severity of the case. The age when they’ll get braces is when most of their permanent teeth have grown—sometime between ages 8 and 14. Options like dental braces, retainer orthodontic devices, and orthodontic spacers for kids are available. Got some questions? Give us a call to know more information or visit our office near Greeley, CO and we will accommodate you to the best of our abilities!

 

Metal Braces Length of treatment

For the optimum results, how long should they be worn? This varies from case to case, depending on the severity of the patient's condition and his or her age. It is normally a requirement to wear braces Greeley for two to three years. Patients may experience some discomfort or pain after the procedure, however, this usually subsides within the first week.

 

How much do dental braces cost?What is the cost of metal braces? Several factors define the total cost of the treatment. Since the cost of the braces is not cheap and it requires monthly dental visits, it makes perfect sense to find a dentist, who is near Greeley, to save time and money on transportation. However, don’t let your worries about Braces Cost stop you from looking at those options because there are alternatives to help lessen your expenses like insurance. Talk to your insurance provider for a more thorough explanation about your coverage.

 

We offer various types of dental braces, both wire-based and plastic, to correct various issues with teeth and jaw alignment. Schedule an appointment with us today for high-quality metal braces near Greeley, CO.

 

FAQs

Why do braces take two years?

When the archwire gently pushes the teeth in its new position, the old bone tissues resorb, while the new bone tissues are formed. Since the old tissues are being removed, the teeth will be able to shift to the new position. The reason the teeth stay in their new position is that the new bone tissues have solidified the teeth in place. The process of bone solidification takes ten months.

 

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