Deciding whether or not you need braces can be a big decision. However, Smile Team Orthodontics is here to make things easier for you.
Thanks to modern orthodontic treatments and techniques, more people than ever are wearing braces.
While there are some signs you can look for at home, it is always best to consult a dentist when it comes to braces. At Smile Team Orthodontics we recommend braces for more than just aesthetic reasons.
While braces can significantly improve your overall appearance, their main function revolves around improving your dental health and correcting your bite. That's why it's so important that you speak to one of our treatment consultants or orthodontists for the best advice.
How do you know if you need braces?
When deciding whether children need braces, there are certain signs to look for. These symptoms include things like crooked or crowded teeth, a large overbite or underbite, crossbite, and jaw asymmetry. Early or late loss of baby teeth can also indicate the need for braces. Simple habits such as thumb sucking and mouth breathing are also early signs that a child may need braces or other orthodontic treatment.
For adults, the signs that you need braces are obviously teeth that are visibly crooked or crowded. Additional signs may include difficulty flossing and brushing around crooked teeth. Behaviors such as biting your tongue or cutting your tongue on your teeth are also signs that you need braces.
How long do braces treatments last?
The duration of treatment with braces varies and depends on the complexity of each case.
During your first consultation with an orthodontist or treatment consultant from Smile Team, we will examine your teeth and draw up a comprehensive treatment plan.
What is the right age for braces?
The best age to get braces varies from person to person. In most cases, it is best for children not to get braces until the permanent teeth have erupted. This usually happens between the ages of 9 and 14. Although in some cases, partial braces may be used if baby teeth remain, to allow the adult teeth to grow into their best position.
On the other end of the spectrum, you are never too old for braces. This is because our facial structures change as we age, which can lead to an increased incidence of crowding or even narrowing of the teeth in adulthood.
How Smile Team orthodontics can help you
Smile Team Orthodontihas a team of specialist dentists who can help you on your journey with braces. If you're unhappy with the way your teeth look, or you've noticed some telltale signs of braces, we're here to help. With regular appointments from a young age, we can of course also advise you at an early stage about the possible need for braces.
With practices in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Southern Highlands and Parramatta, booking an assessment with a qualified orthodontist from Smile Team Orthodontics is easier than ever.
