Orthodontic braces, also known as dental braces, can be custom made Invisalign invisible braces or wired bracket braces.

Orthodontic braces correct the alignment of crooked, crowded or missing teeth while Orthodontic retainers are often used before or after Orthodontic braces to hold teeth in place whilst assisting gums and bone to adjust.

Orthodontic braces and retainers are often used to correct malocclusions (underbites, overbites, cross bites , open bites, or crooked teeth) for either cosmetic or structural reasons.

Many factors can cause the need for braces and retainers, including thumb-sucking or a traumatic injury and some conditions are inherited. Children between the ages of 10 and 14 are typical candidates for braces and retainers because their facial structures are still developing. Adult braces and retainers usually entail additional procedures because their faces have already fully developed.

About Orthodontic Braces

While standard Orthodontic braces and retainers are an effective method of straightening teeth, we recommend Invisalign invisible orthodontics for their functional and cosmetic benefits.

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Invisalign

With Invisalign there is very little discomfort and most people do not notice that someone is wearing retainers or orthodontic braces. These advances in technology has vastly improved appearance issues, they are extremely lightweight and natural-looking.

With Invisalign treatment you remove the appliance for eating, drinking and cleaning making it very easy to maintain a high level of hygiene. People who wear metallic braces must be diligent in ensuring that food and other debris do not get trapped in the network of brackets and wires. In addition, brackets can leave stains on enamel if the area surrounding them is not cleaned on a daily basis.

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Space Retainers

Space retainers are devices that can help teeth grow normally following premature tooth loss, injury or other problems. The devices can help ensure that proper spaces are maintained to allow future permanent teeth to erupt. If your child loses a baby tooth early through decay or injury, his or her other teeth could shift and begin to fill the vacant space. When your child’s permanent teeth emerge, there might not be enough room for them. The result is crooked or crowded teeth and difficulties with chewing or speaking.

If you would like to know more about Orthodontic Braces or Invisalign Invisible Braces, please contact us now for a consultation. East Bentleigh Dental Group is focused on giving you the best possible result.