What are braces and what do they do?
Dental braces are a way to straighten or move your teeth which improves how they look and how they work to take care of the long-term health of the teeth and gums Braces can help you make eating more comfortable.
Braces work by putting pressure on the teeth and slowly moving them in the right direction. As soon as the pressure is applied, the jawbones change and the teeth and their roots move.
Who usually has orthodontic treatment and wears braces?
The best time to have braces is usually in childhood. But adults can also be treated as orthodontic - and more is being done. Age is less important than healthy teeth and gums. Children may have to wait for adequate teething before starting treatment.
Your face is healthy and wholesome before orthodontic treatment. Some patients cannot treat orthodontics - for example, if they have advanced glue disease. Only an orthodontist can decide if you are able to keep orthodontics.
Why might I need a brace?
There are many reasons why you may have braces that you can ask for or suggest.
Braces work by putting pressure on the teeth and slowly moving them in the right direction. As soon as the pressure is applied, the jawbones change and the teeth and their roots move.
Who usually has orthodontic treatment and wears braces?
The best time to have braces is usually in childhood. But adults can also be treated as orthodontic - and more is being done. Age is less important than healthy teeth and gums. Children may have to wait for adequate teething before starting treatment.
Your face is healthy and wholesome before orthodontic treatment. Some patients cannot treat orthodontics - for example, if they have advanced glue disease. Only an orthodontist can decide if you are able to keep orthodontics.
Why might I need a brace?
There are many reasons why you may have braces that you can ask for or suggest.
Here are some common reasons:
- Overactive or crooked teeth.
- Not enough, or too much, gaps between your teeth.
- The upper front teeth are stuck (called 'overjet').
- The lower tooth that stings the back of your upper tooth (called an 'overbite').
- Upper front teeth that bite on the back of your lower back (called 'underbite').
- The look of your smile.
What is it like to wear braces?
Most braces are made of metal but some are made of ceramic or plastic. These are designed to be comfortable but they can rub your face or make it cloudy. Also, your teeth may feel soft or sore as soon as they start to move. These problems are usually not chronic (several days). These can occur at the beginning of your treatment or when adjusting your braces.
Your braces may seem big on your face at first but it is important to remember that your face fits your mouth to get new and proper position teeth and use them.
How long will the treatment take?
It depends on the external position of your teeth. It can take any time from a few months to two and a half years. Most people can be treated in one to two years.
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