Teeth Q Dental Surgeons
Get the smile you’ve always dreamed of.
With our team’s braces specialists (orthodontists) and dentists, you can straighten your teeth and get a boost in your confidence.
We have packages available for students, full-time national servicemen (NSF) and adults.
The apparent benefits of braces come from an improved appearance.
This can lead to enhanced confidence and self-esteem.
That said, there are more benefits to braces than just cosmetic:
Younger teenagers (e.g. 12 to 15 years of age) are generally more responsive to braces treatment.
At this age, teeth are still in the process of growing and moving to their “permanent” positions. Corrections would thus be easier to achieve. On top of that, a bonus is that if you start early, you’ll also end up reaping the benefits early.
That being said, braces treatment is also carried out on older teenagers and adults and there is no age limit to receive braces treatment.
Our team’s braces specialist (orthodontist) / dentist will see you for a consultation. They will examine your teeth and jaws and explain the treatment options available for you. X-rays, digital scans / mouldings and photos of your teeth are also taken for a thorough evaluation of your case.
After completing any preparatory treatment that may first need to be done, you are now ready for braces to be placed on your teeth.
An appointment will be made every month to check on the progress of aligning your teeth. Our braces specialist (orthodontist) will then adjust the tightness of the braces to move your teeth closer to the desired result step by step.
The entire process of getting your teeth straightened will vary depending on the initial position of teeth and the alignment of jaws. On average, treatment duration is usually about 1-2 years but some cases can take shorter or longer.
We offer conventional dental braces (metal and ceramic), self-ligating braces (metal and ceramic), lingual braces as well as Invisalign. Consult our doctors to find out which is most suitable for you.
Generally speaking, no. A lot of people receive braces treatment in their adulthood.
This will depend on the type of braces, as well as the position of your teeth and jaws. During the specialist consultation, our braces specialist (orthodontist) will explain your treatment options, including the cost and estimated duration of the treatment.
It varies from case to case, depending on the initial position of teeth and alignment of jaws. On average, treatment duration is usually about 1-2 years but some cases can take shorter or longer.
This depends on the degree of misalignment of your teeth. Sometimes, teeth can be straightened without needing extractions. In some cases however, if the teeth are very crowded together, teeth may need to be extracted to free up space in order to achieve an optimal result.
During this appointment, your teeth are first cleaned and polished. The braces are then attached to the teeth with a bonding cement, and an archwire is placed through the braces.
After your braces are placed, you may feel some discomfort in the first few days while getting used to them. Also, during the monthly follow-ups the tightness of your braces will be adjusted. Thus, there is usually some slight discomfort as your teeth shift and straighten. Fortunately, this usually goes away after the first few days as well. The braces may also rub your lips, cheeks or tongue and cause ulcers initially. This may be managed with the use of braces wax and an ulcer cream/gel.
Generally, it can be anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks apart, depending on your situation. These follow-up appointments are for the orthodontist to check on your progress and adjust the tightness of your braces to move your teeth to the desired result.
Yes, orthodontists manage your braces treatment but dentists see to your overall dental health. They work together but not as replacements for each other. You will still need regular 6-monthly checkups and cleaning appointments with your dentist. Your dentist will check to make sure that there are no tooth decay or gum problems so that your teeth and gums remain in good condition even while having braces.
You will need to brush your teeth after every meal, and clean between your teeth and braces with an interdental brush before going to bed. Our orthodontists and dentists will instruct you on how to look after your teeth while having braces.
Generally you will need to avoid foods that are hard or sticky, like nuts and chewing gum as these may damage your braces.
Yes you can, although you might take some time to adapt and adjust. Most people find that braces do not interfere with their usual activities. For sports, you may need to wear a mouthguard for safety.
Braces straighten your teeth. Retainers maintain the straightness of teeth that the braces have achieved for you. Thus, retainers are worn only after you’ve completed your braces treatment.
Retainers can be either removable or fixed to your teeth. Removable retainers can be taken out for eating and cleaning, whereas fixed retainers are bonded onto the back of your teeth. Upon completing your braces treatment, our orthodontist and dentists will recommend the type of retainers most suitable for you.
Initially, you may be required to wear your removable retainers the whole day and only remove them for eating and cleaning. Afterwards, they are usually only worn at night. After completing your braces treatment, you should wear your retainers diligently to maintain the results.
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