Van Nuys Braces
Several appliances can be utilizedto straighten your teeth. One of the most commonly used is the straight-wire appliance. Bracesare usedto correct any misaligned teeth. Van Nuys orthodontists Dr. Bita Moalej, DDS, MS, and Dr. David Sherwood, DDS, will help you choose the kind ofappliance that suits your orthodontic needs. Braces are employedin conjunction with other orthodontic appliances. These would include expansion appliances and headgear. Once your braces are removed, you need to wear retainers to ensure that your teeth willremain in their new position. The American Dental Association (ADA) claims that in some rare cases, orthodontists might opt touse surgery to modify their patients’ jaw and teeth.
What Is The Time Frame In Wearing Braces?
It depends on the problem you may have. Orthodontic braces treatment can last from six months to three years. It can take more for severe cases. As for the right age to wear braces, there’s no right age for this situation. However, the ADA recommends that children shouldhave their first orthodontic visit at age seven. Corrective orthodontic procedures can be doneeven when you’re over 20 or 30. That said, it’s no longer uncommon to see adults or seniors in Van Nuys who arewearing braces made by Dr. Bita or Dr. David.
Can My General Dentist Do My Braces?
No matter how much you love your family dentist, they may not havethe proper training to do yourdental braces.Some patients who opt to go to a regular dentist end up goingto an orthodontist to undo the incomplete work of a general dentist, which means that it would cost more in the long run. Unlike dentists, orthodontists are trained individuals in tooth movement and jaw function. Some dentists did take a few hours of training on how to do Invisalign or other orthodontic treatments.
However, it is not the core of their practice. Dr. Bita and Dr. David went to dental school and became dentists. Then, they attended an orthodontic program for several more years to study facial aesthetics. After completing the program, they took a special examination to become board-certified.
Request a Complimentary Consult Today
To learn more about Van Nuys braces treatment from Dr. Bita Orthodontics Group, request a complimentary consultation today! Our team is happy to help you discover the rightorthodontic treatment for you.