Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatment may be considered for patients of different age groups to address dental alignment issues. Common objectives include improving oral hygiene, occlusion, and overall dental function.
At Cameron Dental Centre, we offer orthodontic services including braces and clear aligners for children and adults. Treatment options are determined based on individual clinical assessments.
Orthodontic evaluation is often recommended during early adolescence, typically around age 12, when the jaw and dentition are still developing. A range of treatment modalities is available depending on the patient’s oral condition and needs.
Braces
Braces (or bands) are orthodontic devices used to adjust teeth alignment and the bite.
Braces consist of brackets and metal bands joined to a flexible wire. Changing and adjusting the wire results in tooth movement.
When to use it?
Most orthodontic problems can be successfully treated using braces. Braces have been the traditional form of treatment used by orthodontists for decades, but today’s streamlined braces come in a variety of models, usually stainless steel or tooth-colored ceramic.
Key information
- Orthodontic treatment can be used to reopen the space for teeth replacement treatment
- These days many orthodontic problems can be corrected with clear aligners
- Braces require excellent oral hygiene and diet, as ‘decalcification” or early stage decay can occur around the brackets.
- Braces require a number of adjustment appointments, and treatment usually takes 12-24 months.
