Braces are usually custom-made and are prescribed and designed by the orthodontist according to the problem being treated. Other orthopedic appliances are designed to correct jaw-growth problems. These appliances, which include headgear, bionator, Herbst and maxillary expansion appliances, use carefully directed forces to guide the growth and development of jaws in children and/or teenagers.
Braces place a constant, gentle force in a carefully controlled direction, and are designed to slowly move teeth through their supporting bone to a new desirable position. Braces can either be removable or fixed (cemented and/or bonded to the teeth). They are usually made of metal, ceramic or plastic.
Today 's braces are generally less noticeable than their predecessors: a metal band with a bracket (the part of the braces that hold the wire) placed around each tooth. Today, the front teeth typically have only the bracket bonded directly to the tooth (instead of surrounding the tooth). This greatly diminishes the old characteristic 'tin grin.'
problems. For example, avoid hard and sticky foods. Don't chew on pens, pencils or fingernails because chewing on hard things can damage the braces, almost ensuring longer-than-needed treatment times and cost. After application of braces, your orthodontist will show you how best to care for your teeth, gums and braces. This includes tips on how often to brush, how often to floss, and, if necessary, other cleaning aids that might help you maintain good dental health.
Overall, orthodontic discomfort is short-lived and easily managed. Most people have some discomfort after their braces are first put on or when adjusted during treatment. After the braces are on, teeth may become sore and may be tender to biting pressures for three to five days. The lips, cheeks and tongue may also become irritated for one to two weeks as they toughen and become accustomed to the surface of the braces.
Playing wind or brass instruments, such as the trumpet, will clearly require some adaptation to braces. With practice and a period of adjustment, braces typically do not interfere with the playing of musical instruments.
Retainers are needed after orthodontic treatment and removal of braces because the teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Retainers are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.
What is a space maintainer? Baby molar teeth, also known as primary molar teeth, hold needed space for permanent teeth that will come in later. When a baby molar tooth is lost, an orthodontic device with a fixed wire is usually put between teeth to hold the space for the permanent tooth, which will come in later.
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a year ago
Great doctor nice stuff and good service.
larsa yousif
2 years ago
Dr.Durbin has been my orthodontist for 4 years and I haven't had one bad experience with him. 10/10 recommend this doctor. My teeth look great!!!
Heather Hou
2 years ago
Dr Durbin was my older son's doctor and now he is my younger son's. He is the best orthodontist that I know! Staff are also very friendly and helpful. You will feel you are in good hands when you come to them.
Cynthia Russo
2 years ago
Dr. Durbin is fantastic and The Best office staff and care is amazing.
Umesh Patel
2 years ago
Great doctor and excellent service. Went for braces for my two kids. Both are almost done now and we are very happy for the services that we received as well as for the very reasonable price that we paid for the services. Would definitely recommend Dr. Durbin to others.
Janina Bobak-Sadelski
2 years ago
As always on time with schedule and very safe
Blanca Andrade
2 years ago
Great dentist
Blanca Andrade
3 years ago
Great dentist
Cynthia Russo
3 years ago
Dr. Durbin is fantastic and The Best office staff and care is amazing.
Janina Bobak-Sadelski
3 years ago
As always on time with schedule and very safe
Umesh Patel
3 years ago
Great doctor and excellent service. Went for braces for my two kids. Both are almost done now and we are very happy for the services that we received as well as for the very reasonable price that we paid for the services. Would definitely recommend Dr. Durbin to others.
Anna Gore
3 years ago
Dr. Durbin's office is the best. Believe me, I have something I can compare with. My son is done with his treatment. We never had to sit in the waiting room for more than a couple of minutes. They were always easy to reach over the phone. Never a billing problem, I never had to call our insurance company. The price for my son's braces was the best! Everyone was polite and professional. Last but not least-my son has nice teeth now instead of a mouth that looked like a beak)
Raluca Cozma
3 years ago
Everything was great! The doctor and the staff were very friendly and nice. The office is nice and clean. Me and my son were happy to go in there.
Anthony
3 years ago
They do a good job
Anthony
4 years ago
They do a good job
Raluca Cozma
4 years ago
Everything was great! The doctor and the staff were very friendly and nice. The office is nice and clean. Me and my son were happy to go in there.
Karen Omachi
4 years ago
My daughter has quite the beautiful smile with her gorgeous straight teeth! Dr. Durbin and his staff are exceptional in all they do. Appointments are on time and quick. They will accommodate you in emergencies and answer any and all questions. Dr. Durbin very much tweaked and adjusted my daughters braces until it was just the perfect shape that lent to a natural and very pretty look for her face. I can 100% recommend Dr. Michael Durbin and his staff to anyone looking for orthodontic work.
Anna Gore
4 years ago
Dr. Durbin's office is the best. Believe me, I have something I can compare with. My son is done with his treatment. We never had to sit in the waiting room for more than a couple of minutes. They were always easy to reach over the phone. Never a billing problem, I never had to call our insurance company. The price for my son's braces was the best! Everyone was polite and professional. Last but not least-my son has nice teeth now instead of a mouth that looked like a beak)
L A
4 years ago
Got my beautiful smile done here ! Best place ever
Julia Degan
4 years ago
Dr. Durbin does a great job and we have complete faith in his work. He had my son as a patient and now my daughter. He is very good with the kids and parents. We are happy with his services!
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