Orthodontic braces are a proven treatment option for correcting crooked, crowded and poorly aligned teeth. At Wise Dental, we provide orthodontic treatment for children, teenagers and adults, with treatment tailored to the alignment of your teeth and jaw.
Braces gradually guide the teeth into improved positions, helping address both the appearance of your smile and functional concerns associated with the way your teeth and jaws come together.
Braces may be recommended when the position of your teeth or jaw is affecting your bite, chewing, speech or overall dental alignment.
Orthodontic treatment can be used to address concerns such as:
While orthodontic problems are often identified and treated during childhood or the teenage years, braces aren’t limited to younger patients. Adults can also undergo orthodontic treatment to correct existing alignment and bite concerns.
The type of braces suitable for you will depend on your teeth, bite and individual orthodontic requirements. Your dentist can assess your smile and explain which treatment approach may be appropriate.
Traditional braces use metal brackets that are securely attached to the surface of each tooth and connected by an orthodontic wire.
During treatment, carefully planned adjustments are made to the braces, applying controlled pressure that gradually moves the teeth towards their intended positions.
Metal braces are more visible than some newer orthodontic options, but they remain an effective and highly controlled method of treating a wide range of alignment and bite problems.
Damon braces are a type of self-ligating orthodontic system. Rather than relying on the same method used by conventional braces to secure the archwire, the brackets incorporate a mechanism that holds and guides the wire.
Different self-ligating bracket designs may use active or passive mechanisms. Active brackets apply pressure against the archwire through a sliding component, while passive brackets allow the wire to move through the bracket using a simpler mechanism.
For some patients, Damon braces may feel less restrictive and place less pressure on the teeth compared with conventional braces.
Straightening your teeth isn’t only about changing the appearance of your smile. Improving dental alignment can also provide practical oral health and functional benefits.
Crowded and overlapping teeth can create areas that are difficult to reach properly with a toothbrush and floss. Straighter teeth can make maintaining good daily oral hygiene easier.
When plaque and bacteria remain trapped between poorly aligned teeth, the risk of tooth decay and gum problems can increase. Correcting crowding can make these areas easier to keep clean.
The position of your teeth plays an important role in how effectively you bite and break down food. Correcting alignment and bite problems can help improve chewing function.
Braces gradually reposition crooked or crowded teeth, creating a more even and naturally aligned smile.
In certain cases, correcting the position of the teeth and jaws may also improve bite function and address speech difficulties associated with dental alignment.
Braces need to be monitored throughout your orthodontic treatment so your dentist can check how your teeth are progressing and make any necessary adjustments.
Appointments are generally scheduled approximately every 4–6 weeks, although the exact timing will depend on your individual treatment plan.
At these appointments, your dentist will assess tooth movement, check your braces and adjust them where required to continue gradually guiding your teeth into the planned positions.
For patients looking for a less noticeable orthodontic option, clear aligners such as Invisalign may be an alternative to fixed braces.
Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable plastic aligners that fit over your teeth. Each aligner is designed to gradually move the teeth towards their planned positions.
Whether braces or clear aligners are more appropriate will depend on your individual orthodontic needs. Following an assessment, your dentist can explain the available options and recommend a suitable treatment approach.
If crooked teeth, overcrowding, an overbite, underbite or another alignment issue is affecting your smile or bite, Wise Dental can assess your teeth and discuss your orthodontic treatment options.
Our Sutherland Shire dental team provides both traditional orthodontic solutions and clear aligner treatment, allowing your treatment plan to be based on your individual dental needs.
Book an orthodontic consultation with Wise Dental in Sutherland Shire to discuss whether braces or clear aligners may be right for you.
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