As dentistry has continued to evolve, there is now a good variety of orthodontic treatment options for someone wishing to straighten their teeth. However, not all of the orthodontic methods available have been proven to be successful. Thankfully, this article highlights some of the best orthodontic treatments that work!
If you’re considering having your teeth straightened, then it may be best to consider these three proven orthodontic treatments. Each person’s need for orthodontic treatment may be different, but being aware of the existing options can be helpful when considering orthodontic treatment.
These are the three most common straightening treatments in orthodontics.
One of the oldest and most widely-used forms of orthodontic treatment is that of traditional braces. These metal wires and brackets have been proven to be successful and reliable. Traditional braces involve wires that connect brackets on each individual tooth to each other. Over time, the brackets and wire combination will help shift the teeth into a straightened formation.
Traditional braces are still the most common form of orthodontic treatment because they are the oldest method and the most affordable. However, as dentistry has evolved, there are now such things as clear braces which are essentially the same, but they use tooth-colored materials, instead of metal.
Another proven orthodontic treatment for teeth straightening is aligners. Many dental companies have created a form of aligners, mostly clear, that allows patients a more convenient method of orthodontic treatment. An aligner is one dental appliance for either the top half or bottom half of the teeth that a person can remove as needed.
Aligners are a popular choice because patients are in complete control of their treatment, but this can also be seen as a disadvantage because it can be hard to remain disciplined. However, if worn properly, the aligners will work to shift the teeth altogether, resulting in straight teeth.
This proven method of orthodontic treatment is handy when the shape of the teeth don’t line up to be straight. An orthodontist will reshape or alter the length of a person’s teeth so that they become straight.
Veneers are most commonly used when having cosmetic contouring because they can alter the shape of a person’s tooth so that it matches up with the rest of the teeth, thus making the all of the teeth straight.
Orthodontic treatment is the best thing to consider when attempting to straighten your teeth; however, with the many options that exist, it is crucial only to consider proven methods. Traditional braces, aligners and even cosmetic contouring are all some of those proven methods of orthodontic treatment that can help straighten your teeth.
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