Why Orthodontic Treatment May Be Right for You

• May help fix bite problems that cause grinding, prevent chipping of teeth and unnecessary wear on your teeth, as well as improve talking and chewing comfortably.
• Can make it easier to clean your teeth and keep plaque from building up in those hard to get to spaces, which helps prevent cavities and gum disease.
• Can boost your confidence by enhancing your bright, beautiful smile.
• May help correct and prevent jawbone and joint problems including headaches, TMJ pain and the breakdown of bone.
• May help with some sleep issues, including sleep apnea.
• Treatment can close gaps caused by missing teeth or prepare your mouth for bridges or implants.
• Fillings and crowns? No problem, those teeth will move just like natural teeth.

Treatment Options

Whether you’ve never had braces, or you need a tune-up from years of not wearing your retainers, we’ve got you covered. There are a couple of options when it comes to orthodontic treatment:

Clear aligners are an effective, less intrusive way to straighten that smile. Much like a custom-fitted mouth guard or retainer, you can take the aligners off for anything such as a family picture or to make sure they are clean. It makes flossing and brushing a breeze and causes less discomfort than traditional braces. Working directly with an orthodontist instead of a direct-to-consumer, mail-in type of aligner, will give you the customized one-on-one treatment that is needed for the best results. Unlike the mail-in aligners, your treatment will be actively monitored by our orthodontist and he can work in conjunction with your local dentist and other specialists to ensure they keep up to speed on your dental and health history and other dental needs. Nothing can beat the care of in-person treatment.

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At SuperSmile Orthodontics in Las Vegas, NV, we use self-ligating brackets. Self-litigating brackets are similar to traditional ones except that they have a built-in system to secure the archwire to the brackets instead of metal ties or colorful elastic bands. Generally speaking, your visits will be shorter, the braces can be easier to clean and they may cause less discomfort than traditional braces. Although they are not required, we can put colored elastics on your brackets if you would like to make a statement or show your personality!

So don’t wait! Contact us to schedule a consultation today.

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Carry a travel toothbrush and toothpaste with you. The American Dental Association recommends toothpaste with fluoride and without whitening.

Brush for two minutes after every meal, or at least rinse if you can’t brush, and especially make sure your teeth are clean before bed. Use of an electric toothbrush is highly recommended. Using an interdental brush on occasion to mix it up is a good idea as well, since they can get around the brackets to loosen food that might otherwise go untouched.

Brush at a 45-degree angle, pointed toward your gum line.

Floss every day, preferably before you brush. Use floss threaders, a Waterpik or orthodontic flossers.

Rinse with mouthwash at least once a day. Find an antiseptic mouthwash to rinse with after brushing thoroughly. This can help fight plaque build-up, gingivitis and bad breath.

See your general dentist every 4-6 months for a check-up and cleaning. Be sure to keep regular cleanings with your general dentist during orthodontic treatment to prevent cavities and other oral maladies from going unchecked.

At Super Orthodontics in Las Vegas, Nevada, we want you to love your smile, so take a few minutes every day to implement these hygiene tips and we know you will! If you have any questions, or would like to schedule a visit with Dr. Brian Chamberlain, please call 702-645-5100 today.

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