Treatment Options
At Arc Advanced Dentistry & Cosmetics, we are proud to provide patients throughout New York with the ability to straighten their teeth and love their smile. There are multiple ways to move teeth into position, many of which we offer at our office. Orthodontic solutions include:
Spacers and Expanders
Many times spacers and expanders are used either prior to, or in conjunction with, wearing braces. When a patient suffers from overcrowding issues, these solutions can make space for the other teeth. It is critical for there to be room for teeth to move to, or the perfect smile will never be achieved. At times, children will wear an expander years before actually getting braces. This can help teeth to grow into the proper position, or close to it.
Metal Braces
Traditional metal braces are still an excellent way to straighten teeth, and if you would like more information, we invite you to call 516-301-9038 to schedule a consultation. Technology has improved braces to where the brackets and wires are smaller than they once were. This has made braces more comfortable and less conspicuous at the same time. Simultaneously, smaller brackets mean that there are fewer opportunities for food to become stuck or for awkward photos. This is the best solution for children and at Arc Advanced Dentistry & Cosmetics we highly recommend considering orthodontics as early as seven, though the actual start time depends on the child and their teeth.
Clear Aligners
We work with patients throughout the 11561 area that are interested in straightening their teeth but 516-301-9038 do not like the look or feel of traditional braces. In this case, clear aligners can accomplish the same or similar goals without making it obvious. Both Invisalign® and ClearCorrect® use aligners to straighten teeth and with consistent pressure applied, teeth will gradually move into position as they do when wearing braces. The aligners themselves look like full, clear retainers and are meant to be worn for around 22 hours per day. This is why many patients in Long Beach prefer aligners – they can be taken out at any time.