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Getting Braces in Monmouth & Ocean County

Braces 101

Getting braces is a decision that is faced by most people at some time in their life. While some are lucky enough to have straight teeth through genetics, many children and adults commit to orthodontics to get the smile and bite they desire.

Ceramic braces? Invisalign? Traditional metal? These days, there are many choices available.

The type of braces you get depends on a number of factors and the extent of your treatment, such as:

  • The severity of your bite or tooth crookedness problems
  • If extractions are necessary
  • If jaw surgery is necessary
  • If headgear or other special appliances are necessary
  • The amount of time you will need to wear braces

Types of Braces

Ceramic brackets are made of composite materials. They are very strong and generally do not stain. Three popular brands are Clarity and Transcend, made by 3M Unitek; and Mystique, made by GAC. Adults like to choose ceramic because they “blend in” with the teeth and are less noticeable than metal.

Metal brackets are very strong and can withstand most types of treatment. At first, they may irritate your gums, but after a few weeks, when your cheeks get “toughened up” they are not a problem anymore. Most traditional metal braces require an elastic o–shaped rubber band, called a ligature to hold the arch wire onto the bracket. Sometimes orthodontists use metal tie wires (little wires which are twisted around the bracket) in place of elastic ligatures.

Invisalign braces are great for people who do not have severe problems. The “braces” consist of strong plastic trays that are fabricated especially for you. They are indeed invisible. If your bite is not severely off and your teeth are not severely crooked, then Invisalign would be a good choice. You would be able to get your teeth straightened without anyone seeing that you are wearing “braces”! This appeals to many adults, especially people who wore traditional braces as children and then need more treatment later in life. However, if your bite is very bad, if you need extractions or require headgear or other appliances, then Invisalign will not work for you; you will need to wear traditional braces.

Retainers

braces Retainers

To get the most benefit from your braces and orthodontic treatment:

  • Wear your retainers full time, until the doctor instructs otherwise.
  • Take your retainers out when eating… and always put retainers in their case! (Most appliances are lost in school lunchrooms or restaurants.)
  • Clean retainers thoroughly once a day with a toothbrush and warm but not hot water. Brushing retainers remove plaque and eliminate odors. Efferdent or other orthodontic appliance cleaners can be used but these do not take the place of brushing.
  • When retainers are not in your mouth they should ALWAYS be in a retainer case. Pets love to chew on them!
  • Initially, you may find it difficult to speak. Practice speaking, reading, or singing aloud to get used to them faster.
  • Retainers are breakable, so treat them with care. If retainers are lost or broken call us immediately.
  • If you have any questions or concerns about your retainers, or your retainers need adjusting, call us. Do not try to adjust them yourself.
  • Always bring your retainers to your appointments.
  • Retainer replacement is expensive… with proper care they will last for years!
  • Remove retainers when swimming.
  • Keep retainers away from hot water, hot car dashboards, pockets, the washing machine, and napkins.

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Brick, NJ

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Braces @ Brick
990 Cedar Bridge Avenue, Suite B15
Brick, NJ 08723
(732) 477-1808 (Office)
(732) 477-1490 (Fax)

Colts Neck, NJ

Colts Neck

Center for Orthodontics and Invisalign
273 Route 34, Suite 705
Colts Neck New Jersey 07722
(732) 761-9700 (Office)
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