Orthodontic Treatments

Orthodontic dentistry is a special branch of dentistry that treats facial and dental irregularities. This generally means alignment problems. When people have alignment problems, the jaw, lips, and teeth are misaligned. In order to correct this problem, our Long Beach cosmetic dentist will examine a patient and determine what orthodontic treatments will fix the alignment problem.

There are many different types of alignment problems. Some people have spaces between teeth. Others have a “bad bite” or teeth that are crooked. It’s for these and other reasons that our cosmetic dentist in Long Beach might choose to suggest orthodontic treatments for a patient.

Braces are one of the oldest and most tested of all orthodontic treatments. When braces are picked as a treatment, the goal is to bring teeth into alignment. This is accomplished using stainless steel braces that tie to the archwire to keep it in place. Prolonged wearing of braces usually corrects alignment problems.

Crooked, crowded teeth and alignment problems can all detract from the beauty of your smile. Our Long Beach cosmetic dentist can perform treatments that fix these problems and make your smile more beautiful.

Long Beach Orthodontist

Our dentist in Long Beach uses traditional dental braces on some patients, but other patients prefer a new type of braces called Invisalign. The advantage of this type of braces is that they’re clear, meaning that the wearer doesn’t even look like they’re wearing braces. The Invisalign piece is removable, too, making it easier for a patient to brush and take care of teeth while wearing Invisalign. The decision to use traditional braces or Invisalign is something that is decided upon between our Long Beach dentist and the patient.

Orthodontic treatments are usually long-term treatments. Over time, the treatments correct the original alignment problem and allow the patient to feel more confident about their appearance and be more comfortable while eating. Orthodontic treatments aren’t painful and improvements in the treatments have made them much more convenient, as in the case of the Invisalign clear aligners. Patients that have alignment problems or spacing problems with teeth should discuss the possibility of orthodontic treatment with our dentist. Patients will be able to ask questions and learn more about the procedures so that they can make a decision that will offer them the best chance of success.

If you need braces, our cosmetic dentist in Long Beach is the dentist to go to. With different kinds of metal braces and the new Invisalign aligners, you can get straight teeth in no time.