Metal Braces in Queens, Brooklyn, New York
Metal braces are an orthodontic solution designed to correct crooked or overcrowded teeth, as well as adjust jaw misalignment and bite problems.
What are metal braces?
Metal braces utilize the use of brackets and wires to apply gentle pressure onto the teeth over time in order to adjust the positions of one's teeth. Metal braces favor different orthodontic issues- from the simple to complex cases such as cross bites or protruding teeth. They can often be used to address several problems simultaneously. Braces are usually on for a duration ranging from 1-3 years, with the more difficult issues being the longest. Metal braces are recommended for patients of all ages wishing to straighten their teeth, improve their oral health, and refine their smiles.
What to expect when using metal braces?
Metal braces will require dietary adjustments. Sticky foods such as caramel, chewing gum, and gummies will need to go. Watch out for the crunchies as well; they can break your braces. After every meal, you should brush your teeth and floss them. The wires and brackets can trap food particles causing decay unless these are removed. Most patients are required to visit us every four to six weeks for adjustment of their braces and monitoring of progress. After your braces are removed, you should wear a retainer to help keep the teeth in their new positions.
What’s the process for getting metal braces?
This starts with some x-ray and clinical examination of your teeth in order to know the orthodontics' needs and to make further recommendations for your treatment plan. When it was decided that you would begin your orthodontic treatment, a dental adhesive was used to attach the brackets for your metal braces to the teeth. Afterwards, we attach the archwires responsible for repositioning the teeth. You may experience discomfort in the mouth the first time you get braces or each time after that, tightening or adjusting the braces. Over-the-counter analgesics are useful to help with pain control.
What are the benefits?
There are many advantages of having metal braces.
Metal braces are affordable orthodontic treatment.
Traditional metal braces are among the cheapest options for addressing orthodontic issues. Some insurance plans may assist with certain costs. Metal braces can spare you from other expense-consuming, intensive forms of orthodontic treatment such as jaw surgery.
