Ceramic vs. Metal Braces: How to Choose the Right Braces
Ceramic and metal braces straighten teeth the same way, with brackets and wires applying steady pressure. The real differences are appearance, durability and upkeep. Ceramic
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Ceramic and metal braces straighten teeth the same way, with brackets and wires applying steady pressure. The real differences are appearance, durability and upkeep. Ceramic
An overjet, often called buck teeth, is when the upper front teeth stick out forward past the lower teeth. It is treated with early orthodontic
An underbite is fixed by moving the teeth, guiding jaw growth, or both. Children are often treated with an expander and reverse-pull facemask while the
Yes, you can have braces or clear aligners with missing teeth. The plan either closes the space orthodontically or moves teeth to create the right-sized
To brush with braces, angle a soft toothbrush at the gumline and brush in small circles around every bracket, on the outside, inside and chewing
Adults can have the upper jaw widened without jaw surgery in many cases. MARPE and MSE expanders use small bone anchors to open the mid-palatal
Wisdom teeth are not the main reason teeth shift after braces. Teeth drift throughout life, and the strongest protection is consistent retainer wear. Wisdom teeth
Gaps between teeth are usually closed with braces or clear aligners, which slide the teeth together and hold them there with a retainer. Small gaps
Adults can be treated at any age, because teeth move in healthy bone whether you are 16 or 60. What changes with age is not
Spacers, also called separators, are small rubber rings placed between your back teeth for about one to two weeks before braces. They open just enough
