Types Of Treatment

Early Treatment

There is an ideal age to first see an orthodontist. And that age is 7 years old. Parents are often tempted to determine if a child needs to be seen based on their assessment of their child’s teeth. While sometimes orthodontic problems are obvious, some of the most severe concerns may not be visible to the untrained eye. Do not rely on at-home diagnostics. Our assessments are quick, painless, and easy on your budget.

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Early Treatment

Why 7 Is The Magic Number

In the field of orthodontics, bone growth can be harnessed to deliver incredible results with nothing more than appliances. However, harnessing it means that there needs to be plenty of bone growth left to come. At age 7, children should have some of their permanent teeth, making issues with the bite easy to see. At the same time, they have so much growing left to come. This means that complex issues can be resolved without things like jaw surgery or pulling teeth.

Early Intervention Is Rare

The vast majority of children seen at this age will be told that they do not need treatment yet and that they should be seen again around age 11, when more permanent teeth are in and minor problems can be evaluated and treated. Early intervention is only suggested when there are serious problems that, if not addressed early, will require more painful and invasive treatments.

Adolescent Treatment

Most of our patients are between the ages of 11 and 18. Teens in this age range are ideal candidates for orthodontic intervention because nearly all permanent teeth will be in place, making all bite relationship problems easy to diagnose. At the same time, they are not done growing, which allows us to use the continued development of their bones to our advantage, making more radical changes with less invasive procedures.

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Adolescent Treatment

Another benefit of treating this age group is that they are not alone in their treatment. Younger children may struggle to identify with others while in treatment, while adults sometimes feel childish by wearing braces. Teens will have many peers undergoing orthodontic treatment at the same time, giving them a support network and helping them feel part of a group. To learn more about the treatments we offer teen patients, schedule a consultation.

Adult Treatment

Orthodontic treatment isn’t just for kids. In fact, about a fifth of all patients are over the age of 21. Thanks to innovative treatment methods, more adults than ever before are comfortable correcting their smiles and improving their health.

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Adult Treatment

Even in later stages of life, orthodontic treatment can dramatically improve both aesthetics and oral health. When teeth are crooked, they are harder to clean and wear unevenly, making the teeth and gums more susceptible to cavities, disease, chipping, and even running the risk of tooth loss. Bad bites can even harm the jaw joints, causing TMD. We know that the biggest concern for adult patients tends to be the look of braces. To help, we offer many attractive options, including those that are hidden or fully invisible. At your initial exam, we can determine which treatment options are best for your individual needs. From there, we can draw up your treatment plan and tweak it based on what you want from the experience. Are you ready to correct your smile? Then schedule your initial appointment today.

Invisalign

When Invisalign hit the market, it changed the face of orthodontics. Suddenly, people who were afraid of the look and inconvenience of braces were ready to finally correct their smiles. Orthodontists were suddenly in higher demand, and more adults than ever before were correcting their smiles.

If you have been putting off treatment because braces demand too many lifestyle changes or don’t offer a look you like, you should consider Invisalign.

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Invisalign

What Is Invisalign?

Invisalign is an alternative to braces. It corrects the placement of the teeth, but rather than brackets, it uses clear aligners. Some features of the system include:

Being invisible when worn
Custom made for each patient
Not having any rough parts to irritate the mouth
Allowing patients to keep eating, brushing, and flossing as before

How Does Invisalign Work?

Invisalign, like braces, places force on the teeth to get them moving. However, it does this through the shape of the aligners, not through wires and brackets. Each set of aligners is worn for two weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush, floss, and clean the aligners.

Visits to the office are done just every 10 weeks and treatment is usually done in 15 months. It is quick and convenient treatment.

However, it does not work for every patient. To find out if you are a candidate, schedule your consultation.

Invisalign Teen

We offer a completely separate Invisalign system made for teens. Why do we do this?

First, teens are still growing, so the aligners have to be ready to accommodate this. Second, it is easier for teens to forget things. That is why the aligners have a blue indicator dot indicating their wear. Third, again, teens forget things sometimes, so it also comes with six free replacement aligners. Finally, patients are also given the option to switch to normal braces early in treatment at no extra charge if they decide it really isn’t the right solution for them.

Does this sound like the right treatment for you or your teen? Then call us to schedule your consultation.

Not Just About Looks

Invisalign Teen’s most popular feature is its invisibility, but there is more to it than that. The system is also effective, comfortable, and convenient. It works just as well as braces when treating most conditions, there are no metal pieces to cause discomfort, and since they can be removed for a short period each day, eating, brushing, and flossing are easy.

Orthognathic Surgery

Orthognathic surgery corrects abnormalities in the facial bones and teeth. Abnormalities in these areas can give a person trouble with important functions, including chewing, talking, breathing, and sleeping. Orthognathic surgery corrects this issues when used in addition to other forms of treatment.

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Orthognathic Surgery

Thanks to digital imaging technology, we are able to take precise diagnostics and generate images that show the final look and function the user will achieve. We use this technology to reduce treatment times, make recovery easier, and improve the results of surgery.

Whenever possible, we try to avoid orthognathic surgery just because the recovery time can be difficult for some, especially if they are working. However, we promise that when it is needed, the results it delivers make up for any inconvenience. To learn more about what to expect from the process, schedule an initial consultation.

Faster Treatment

If time in treatment is a critical concern, there are a number of ways Dr. E likes to shorten treatment time. Whether trying to get ready for a wedding or needing to be done for graduation pictures, there are both in-office and take home options that will ensure an excellent result in the shortest time possible

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Faster Treatment

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Explore Propel®’s in-office and at-home orthodontic treatment options designed to help you reach your ideal smile quicker. Our ortho solutions work together with your clinician’s expertise to provide the most efficient treatment and beautiful results.