What is a good age to start braces treatment?
Braces treatment is often needed to fix issues related to bite and functionality. Apart from these, orthodontic treatment improves appearance and enhances an individual’s confidence. Children should visit their dentist as soon as their first tooth erupts. Malocclusion can occur anytime, and early detection and prevention are very important to prevent damage to the oral tissues and teeth.
What kind of braces is good for children?
There are different kinds of braces that are good for children, including traditional braces and Invisalign. When you have a consultation with your dentist, you can discuss these options, and your dentist will advise you on the best way to treat your child’s teeth.
Why is it important to do braces treatment for your children?
Teeth are essential for speech, bite, and appearance. Any misalignment in the teeth may affect these factors and adversely affect oral health. Orthodontic treatment improves self confidence and enhances the oral health.
How comfortable will orthodontic treatment be for kids?
Orthodontic treatment is very comfortable for the children. Initially, there will be slight soreness and discomfort. However, this is short-term and will not last longer.
What food can you eat with braces?
While you are undergoing braces treatment, you can eat all kinds of soft foods, such as oatmeal, pasta, mashed potatoes, bananas, eggs, and so on. However, you may need to avoid hard and sticky foods.
How to clean the braces and teeth?
Oral hygiene is very important after getting braces. This ensures that teeth and gums stay healthy throughout the treatment. Brushing and flossing will be done differently when you do braces treatment. We will give specific instructions to the patients regarding brushing and other oral hygiene techniques.
What is the cost of doing braces treatment?
Braces can be done for an affordable price of $3800 in our office for mild to moderate cases.
Will the insurance cover braces treatment?
Yes, many dental insurances cover orthodontic treatment. It is important to have a consultation before you start with the braces treatment. This ensures that we get ample time to work on your insurance papers and make the journey hassle-free.
How long do you have to wear braces?
During the initial consultation, the dentist will advise you on the time needed to complete your orthodontic treatment. Contact us for a free initial consultation 905-453-0990.