GETTING BRACES

First, you may need to have your teeth cleaned (dental scaling) for thorough oral hygiene.

If cavities or infections present, you’ll need to have your teeth coated with dental sealant and undergo root canal treatment before getting braces.

Depending on your dentist’s recommendation, you may also require wisdom teeth or small molars extraction.

Then, orthodontic separators will be placed to create space for teeth banding around the larger molars.

BEGINNING STAGE OF ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT

• If recommended by the dentist, you will have dental impressions taken to create an orthodontic appliance to help expand the jaw.
• You will then undergo braces, orthodontic stitches, or any necessary appliances.

THE BRACES PROCESS

• Monthly, you should attend follow-up appointments with the dentist to monitor the tooth movement progress, replace arch wires and ligatures, or attach mini screws (if necessary).
• During this process, you will undergo dental scaling periodically as per the dentist’s instructions.

END OF TREATMENT

• Once the teeth have been properly aligned, the dentist will remove the braces, clean your teeth, and take impressions for retainers.
• Every 6 months, you will have regular check-ups to monitor the treatment outcomes and address any issues promptly.