Braces
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Braces Don't Just Change Teeth. They Change Lives.
Braces Options
There are many options for a great smile with Dr. Hunter Harrison
Damon® Ultima System
Clear Aligner System
The Beginning of Great Teeth
Childrens Braces
Children should be seen by an Orthodontist by age 7. For many, no treatment is necessary. For some, a timely screening will lead to significant treatment benefits; for most, the principal immediate benefit is a parent’s peace of mind. For those patients who have clear indications for early treatment, this treatment presents the opportunity to:
- Influence jaw growth in a positive manner.
- Correct skeletal jaw width discrepancies or cross bites.
- Preserve or gain space for erupting permanent teeth.
- Reduce risk of trauma to protruded upper incisors.
- Correct harmful oral habits such as thumb sucking or tongue thrusting.
- Reduce likelihood of impacted permanent teeth.
- Improve some speech problems.
Prime Time for Braces
Teen Braces
The best time to treat most patients with Damon Braces or Invisalign is between the ages of 11 and 15 because by age 12, most if not all of the permanent teeth have erupted into place. Because adolescents are growing at a rapid rate and their bones are more pliable, the optimal time to treat their crooked teeth, gaps, bad bites and skeletal problems is during the teen years. An additional benefit is it allows the orthodontist to complete treatment in many cases before the high school years when social pressures can be more apparent.
It is never too late to enhance your smile.
Adult Braces
In an age where more and more adults are concerned about facial appearance and seeking more esthetic treatments than ever before, it makes sense that more social conscious adults are also seeking orthodontic treatment to enhance their smiles.
When it comes to first impressions, the first thing most people notice in a person’s smile is the condition of their teeth, which in most cases can be improved through proper dental care and alignment by a qualified orthodontist.
Because adults many times do not want traditional metal braces, we offer Damon Ultima® Braces clear aligners as alternatives to traditional metal braces. Both are extremely esthetic and can be used in conjunction with Propel® to decrease treatment time up to 50%. Orthodontic treatment is not only improves the appearance of your smile, but also the health of your teeth and gums as well. By seeking orthodontic treatment as an adult you can possibly avoid severe tooth decay, gum and bone loss, irregular wear of the tooth enamel, and TMJ/TMD pain.
Braces FAQs
Braces are a big investment, in you or your child’s health, long-term appearance and confidence. Before making decisions tied to treatment plans and next steps, it’s important to educate yourself about braces and their expected outcome as it relates to your unique needs. Use this list of frequently asked questions to familiarize yourself with braces, then get in touch schedule a consultation to learn more about the process and how targeted treatment can change your mouth -- and your life.
