Best Orthodontist in Pune

Why May You Need Orthodontic Treatment?

The misalignment of teeth causes multiple problems, you might have seen people with both jaws not meeting each other, and they face problems in chewing or biting their food. This misalignment causes uneven distribution of biting pressure and, in turn, can cause jaw pain, headache, or facial muscular pain. Orthodontic treatment helps in addressing these problems.

Multiple orthodontic problems may need treatment. We are listing some of them for your better understanding:

Buck Teeth – some people have upper front teeth protruding out; we usually call them to buck teeth. It looks unsightly and is at a high risk of damage.

Crowded Teeth: Crowded teeth result from the smaller dental arch, i.e., lack of space for teeth to grow and reside.

Spacing or the gap between teeth – Gaps between the teeth are caused due to missing teeth, protruding teeth, or impacted teeth. 

Overbite: When your top front teeth extend beyond your bottom front teeth, the problem is known as an overbite.

Underbite: Underbite occurs when your lower teeth extend farther than your upper teeth. 

Crossbite: When upper teeth fit behind your lower teeth when your mouth is closed or at rest, it is known as a crossbite. 

When to Visit a Dental Clinic for Orthodontic Check-up?

You should visit a dental clinic for an orthodontic check-up if you notice issues like crooked teeth, misaligned bite, or spacing problems in your teeth. It’s also advisable for children to have an orthodontic evaluation around the age of 7. Early detection can prevent more serious problems later. Regular dental check-ups can help your dentist identify orthodontic concerns and recommend the right treatment at the appropriate time, which may include braces or other orthodontic appliances. Don’t wait if you suspect orthodontic issues; early intervention can lead to better results and improved oral health. You can book an appointment with Dr. Abhishek by clicking here. 

Orthodontic Treatment Options

There are multiple treatment options available for orthodontic problems. The selection of treatment depends upon the severity of the problem and your personal choice of appearance and convenience. Among choices, Braces and Clear aligners are the two most common options you can choose from. 

Dental Braces

We bet you must have heard about or seen someone wearing braces. It is the most common method of aligning your teeth and jaw for a perfect smile and functioning. In most simple terms, braces are an arrangement that contains brackets and wires. Brackets are pasted on your teeth and joined by tightened wires to pull teeth together by applying constant pressure. It helps in moving the jaw and teeth into the right position.

Type of Braces

Metal Braces: The traditional metal braces are generally made of high-grade steel and come in various colors. We use these braces mostly on children for best results. 

Ceramic Braces / Tooth Coloured Braces: Metal braces are concerned with appearance as adults or teenagers don’t like their braces visible to others. Ceramic braces are the answer to this concern. As they are transparent or tooth-colored, they are almost invisible. Ceramic braces are more brittle than metal braces. 

Lingual Braces: Lingual braces are a further advancement in the brace family. They are placed on the backside of the teeth and almost invisible when you smile while having the treatment. 

Self-ligating Braces: They are also known as Damon Braces. These braces require less maintenance, i.e., less visit to a dental clinic and faster treatment. It works on the sliding mechanism; hence, it tightens itself.

Taking Care of Your Braces.

• Avoid sticky and hard food.
• Do not bite directly from the front teeth.
• Slice all fruits, pizzas, etc., into small pieces and eat from your back teeth.
• Brush your teeth twice a day, followed by a mouthwash gargling.
• Visit the dental clinic as and when needed or suggested by your dentist. 

Clear Aligners – An Alternative to Braces

Clear Aligners are the most advanced and latest in treating orthodontic problems. It has many benefits over traditional braces treatment. As they are made from transparent material, they are almost invisible; hence you can get the treatment done without even being noticed by others. 

These aligners are custom-made for your treatment. We will scan your teeth thoroughly with the help of a digital scanner and plan a series of aligners custom-made for you. You can even visualize your treatment result, i.e., your perfect smile on the computer screen, even before starting the treatment. 

Orthodontic Treatment for Children

Childhood is the best time for orthodontic treatment as the teeth and jaws are still developing, and it is easy to reshape them. But yes, these treatments are available for adults as well. 

We advocate an early visit for an orthodontist in Pune evaluation at Vanilla Smiles in Shivaji Nagar Pune. As to mention again, we can even prevent the problem at the early stage or reduce the extent of it by preventive measures.