Traditional Metal Braces

An orthodontic assessment considers the position of the teeth and how the bite meets. Fixed braces may be discussed when the proposed plan calls for controlled tooth movement.

Braces can feel unfamiliar when they are fitted or adjusted. Tell the orthodontic team if discomfort is difficult to manage or if a bracket or wire is causing a sore area.

Orthodontic treatment is planned after an assessment of the teeth and bite. Keeping appointments and following cleaning advice helps the team monitor the treatment as it progresses.

Treatment time varies with the orthodontic problem and the movements required. Retention follows active treatment to help hold the teeth in their new positions.

The orthodontic team assesses the bite, places the braces, and adjusts the appliance during planned visits. The details depend on the treatment plan and the movements required.

There is an adjustment period after fitting and later adjustments. Contact the orthodontic team if a wire, bracket, or discomfort needs attention instead of trying to alter the appliance yourself.

Clear aligners and other orthodontic appliances may be discussed when they suit the treatment goal. The alternative should be judged against the movements your plan requires.

Ask how the appliance will be cleaned, how visits will be scheduled, and what to do if a part feels loose. These questions make the day-to-day plan clearer.

The cost of private braces varies with the complexity of the dental problem and the type of braces fitted.