Braces and orthodontics are essential tools in modern dentistry that help treat patients of all ages with various dental issues. The primary goal of orthodontic treatment is to correct misalignments and irregularities in the teeth and jaws, ultimately improving oral health and enhancing a patient’s smile.
At Spark Orthodontics, we don’t want anything to get in the way of having your dream smile. That’s why we offer every patient a FREE Spark Smile Assessment* (valued at over $249) that includes the following:
- Professional exam and consultation
- Two X-rays
- Photos
If you just got your braces on, find out how to take care of your braces and make the most of your smile journey.
At Spark Orthodontics, we don’t want anything to get in the way of having your dream smile. That’s why we offer every patient a FREE Spark Smile Assessment* (valued at over $249) that includes the following:
- Professional exam and consultation
- Two X-rays
- Photos
Braces and orthodontics are essential tools in modern dentistry that help treat patients of all ages with various dental issues. The primary goal of orthodontic treatment is to correct misalignments and irregularities in the teeth and jaws, ultimately improving oral health and enhancing a patient’s smile. If you just got your braces on, find out how to take care of your braces and make the most of your smile journey.
Diana: “Hello, my name is Diana. I’m 17 years old and I’m a patient at Spark. Currently it’s been like a year since I’ve gotten my braces. So far my confidence has been boosted a lot. My braces have definitely changed me for the better. The staff here at Spark really helped me. Overall I feel like they were always very inviting, very comforting. They would always encourage me, telling me I was doing a good job, that everything went great. I was a little bit anxious at first but I’m not anxious about my braces at all anymore. I feel like I have really gotten used to having them on and having to work with them. I’m very comfortable now, but I’m actually really excited to get them off! Whatever I went through, I feel like it was definitely worth it.”
Braces for Teens & Pre-Teens
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children should have their first orthodontic checkup at the age of seven. This ensures your child’s teeth are coming in properly. At Spark Orthodontics, we treat patients of all ages, from pre-teens to teens and adults.
For children and teenagers, orthodontic treatment is commonly employed to address problems like crowded teeth, overbites, underbites, and crossbites. Early intervention can prevent more severe issues from developing in adulthood and promote proper dental and facial development.
Orthodontic treatment for patients of all ages involves careful planning and individualized approaches. Orthodontists assess each patient’s unique needs to determine the most suitable treatment path, which may involve traditional braces, clear aligners, or other orthodontic appliances.
Throughout the treatment process, regular check-ups with the orthodontist ensure that progress is on track and any necessary adjustments are made promptly. Whether it’s a child, teenager, or adult, achieving a healthy and beautiful smile through braces and orthodontics can lead to improved self-esteem, enhanced dental function, and better overall oral health for a lifetime.
Braces for Adults
If you’re an adult looking to improve your self-confidence or just tweak your smile, we’re excited to help you find the right orthodontic treatment option for you. We have a variety of treatment options for adults including traditional braces and more discreet options like ceramic braces and Invisalign®. Adult patients may not have had the opportunity to get orthodontic treatment during their younger years or have had a variety of factors that cause a need for orthodontic treatment that are not an issue for most teens and pre-teens.
Adults are more likely to experience:
- Teeth shifting over time
- Gum recession or bone loss due to gingivitis
- Gum disease or periodontal disease
Adult patients may have had their teeth shift into different positions or become worn over time. Missing teeth can cause other teeth to move and tilt, creating a bad bite and increasing the possibility of gum disease. Orthodontic care can correct these conditions. Many adults never completed their orthodontic treatment as a child or teen or never received treatment. We offer a variety of treatment options that are more appealing to adult patients like ceramic braces and clear aligners that provide a discreet and comfortable solution for patients seeking to straighten their teeth without the visibility of traditional braces.
Ceramic Braces
For many adults considering orthodontic treatment, ceramic braces are an appealing option that are more discreet. Stain-free ceramic braces made from composite materials blend in much better than metals, helping to increase your confidence while being just as effective as traditional braces.
Here are a few things to think through to find out if ceramic braces would be a good fit for you and your lifestyle!
- Are you a non-smoker?
- Are you okay with limiting your intake of black tea, coffee, colas, red juices and curried foods? These foods and drinks can stain the bands of ceramic braces.
- Would a more discreet treatment option make a difference in your life?
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Do I Need Orthodontic Treatment?
If you’re wondering if braces are necessary for you or your child’s smile, here are eight of the most common conditions that are signs orthodontic treatment is necessary. Left untreated, these problems can lead to jaw pain, wear and tear on precious tooth enamel, more opportunities for tooth decay and periodontal disease, speech problems, and low self-esteem. Many orthodontic patients may have questions about the following conditions that we often see in patients requiring orthodontic treatment:
If you or your child has a crossbite, their upper teeth sit inside their lower teeth on one side when they bite down. Similar to an underbite, front top teeth can also fall behind lower teeth. Without having treatment, children with crossbites can develop receding gums, TMJ, loose teeth, worn-down tooth enamel and a “crooked” face and jaw.
If you or your child’s mouth does not have enough room for his or her teeth, they begin to crowd together. We can sometimes solve this common problem by removing a tooth or two. At other times, we may be able to fix it simply by expanding the jaws with a small appliance. We call misalignments malocclusions and we treat them to give our patients their ideal smile!
A dental midline refers to the line between our two upper and lower front teeth. If these four teeth don’t meet just right, a child’s backbite will not match and fit properly. Over time, this will lead to problems with the way their jaws function.
We say children have an openbite when their lower and upper front teeth have no overlap. Children who suck their thumbs or continually thrust their tongues against their front teeth are especially prone to developing this common problem.
Children with overbites have upper front teeth that extend out over their lower front teeth. This can result in biting or chewing difficulties. A child with a really severe overbite could even feel their lower front teeth biting into the roof of their small mouths.
Protrusion is when someone has protruding teeth. If you or your child have protrusion, you will see that the upper or lower teeth point too far forward. This affects the way children’s small jaw functions as well as the how they smile. We call misalignments malocclusions and we treat them to give our patients their ideal smile!
Spacing issues can be present with both children and adults. Children frequently have gaps between their teeth. For baby teeth, this doesn’t present much of a problem. If secondary teeth grow with gaps between them, orthodontic treatment can help you feel more confident about your appearance by resolving spacing issues.
When the lower jaw sticks out and the lower front teeth sit inside the uppers, we refer to it as an underbite.
Did you know that children should see an orthodontist at the age of 7?
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*Total Value $249. Offer good at all Spark Orthodontics locations. No purchase necessary. Offer good at any time. No expiration. A proposed treatment plan could require a visit to your child’s dental provider prior to beginning orthodontic treatment, the cost of which is not included in this offer. Additional fees may be incurred in individual cases. Complimentary orthodontic consultation includes visual orthodontic evaluation, Panoramic X-ray, photos, impressions (if necessary), and doctor examination to determine eligibility and treatment type. Jason Hartman, DMD, MS
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