Orthodontics

Alignment of teeth are very important to maintain proper form and function.Aligned teeth help to maintain good hygiene of teeth and gums.

There are no age restrictions when it comes to alignment of teeth.Orthodontic treatment usually begins between the ages 9-14 years.However the time taken to restore alignment significantly decreases when the patient is younger.

The usual time duration ranges from 12-24 months depending on the severity of the malalignment.

No they are not painful when applied to the teeth.However Mild-moderate irritation can be present due to the metal brackets and wires rubbing on the soft tissues (inside of the cheeks and lips).Usually the patient takes 4-6 days to get accustomed to the system.

No it is not compulsory to remove teeth for alignment.Usually extraction is done to gain space to move the teeth back into the proper alignment.

During treatment maintaining proper oral hygiene techniques is very important to prevent dental decay and gum infections as teeth with bonded brackets are more prone to plaque buildup which cause dental caries .Eating sticky and chewy foods can also damage your teeth and braces and delay treatment