Redmond Invisalign, Seattle Washington

Redmond invisalign is a great solution to correcting crooked teeth without the obvious appearance of metal braces in your mouth put in by a Redmond dentist. Fixed appliances (sometimes known as "train tracks") cannot be removed between visits to the Kirkland Dentist, this is why Redmond invisalign is an ideal solution for everybody. They can be removed between appointments to the Kirkland dentist or Redmond dentist. Braces are made of small brackets that are glued to the teeth and joined together with a wire. Fixed appliances can be used on upper and lower teeth. Once the treatment is finished, the brackets and glue are cleaned off the teeth.

There are some cases where plastic bands may need to be attached to a fixed appliance by a Redmond invisalign dentist. In others, headgear may be necessary. This is a frame with wires that come out of your mouth, attaching your brace to a headband. Though it can take some time to get used to, headgear is an essential part of the treatment for some people, and must be worn for at least 10 hours a day, sometimes more. Ask your Seattle orthodontist to show you a photograph of headgear if relevant to the situation at hand. Malocclisionis is a poor fit (alignment) of the teeth and jaws. A common cause of malocclusion is teeth that have too much or too little room in the jaw. As a result, teeth may grow or drift out of place. Some people refer to it as having crooked teeth or a “poor bite.”

Retainers are appliances that do not actively move teeth. Instead, they make sure that teeth stay in their correct positions after Seattle orthodontist treatment has finished. They can be removable or fixed. Without a retainer, teeth tend to move back towards their original positions. A retainer is usually worn for at least six months after orthodontic treatment.

Malocclusion is corrected with orthodontic treatment. A Kirkland dentist that is specially trained to correct malocclusion are called orthodontists. They use a variety of treatment tools and techniques, including braces, to move teeth, and sometimes the jaw, into proper place.

Having an appliance fitted doesn't hurt, but your teeth usually feel tender for a few days after it is fitted or adjusted. An ordinary painkiller such as paracetamol - taken according to the instructions on the packet - should relieve any discomfort. If the appliance rubs your lips or the inside of your cheeks, ask your orthodontist for some special wax that can help to ease this.

Malocclusion is usually caused by problems in the shape or size of the jaw or teeth. If children have a small jaw, their teeth may grow into a space that is too small. Under these crowded conditions, teeth will push each other out of proper position. Other causes of crooked teeth include thumb-sucking, pacifier use, and tooth loss.

Seattle Orthodontist appliances do not cause tooth decay, but they may trap food so extra care needs to be taken when brushing. Your teeth and the appliance must both be brushed thoroughly three times a day with fluoride toothpaste.

Your Kirkland dentist may also prescribe a fluoride mouthwash, and will give you instructions on how to use it. Your teeth can be permanently damaged if they are not kept extremely clean.

When you have an appliance, there are some foods and drinks that should be avoided. These include: chewing gum and other sticky, chewy foods, because they get stuck in the appliance and may damage it sweets and fizzy drinks (including the diet varieties) large quantities of fruit juice

Hard or crunchy foods, such as apples, should be cut into small chunks before you eat them.

A removable appliance should be taken out during sport, and it may be necessary to take it out when playing musical instruments such as the flute or trumpet.

Drink fluoridated water if you can. Fluoride’s protection against dental decay works at all ages. Most communities in the United States are served with public water systems that have added fluoride. But not everyone lives in a community with a centralized, public or private water source that can be fluoridated. Check with your community’s water department or health department to find out if there is fluoride in your water. You also may want to use a fluoride mouth rinse, along with brushing and flossing, to help prevent tooth decay.

Gently brush all sides of your teeth with a soft bristled brush and a fluoride toothpaste. Circular and short back-and-forth strokes work best.

Take time to brush along the gum line, and lightly brush your tongue to help remove plaque and food debris.

Ask your Kirkland cosmetic dentist or dental hygienist to show you the best way to floss your teeth.

Change your toothbrush at least every three months or earlier if the toothbrush looks worn. A new toothbrush can remove more plaque than one that's more than three months old.

If you wear dentures, be sure to remove them at night and clean them before putting them back in the next morning.

Eat healthy meals. Cut down on tooth decay by brushing after meals and not snacking on sugary or starchy foods between meals.

Don’t smoke. Smoking raises your risk for getting gum disease, oral and throat cancers, and oral fungal infections.

If you drink alcohol, only drink it in moderation - no more than one drink per day for women or two drinks per day for men. Heavy alcohol use raises your risk for oral and throat cancers. When alcohol and tobacco are used together, your risk for oral cancers is even greater than using one of these alone.

Having an oral exam twice each year will help find signs of problems early. During regular check ups, dentists and other types of dental providers can find signs of nutritional deficiencies, diseases, infections, immune disorders, injuries, and some cancers.

Make an appointment right away if your gums bleed often, if you see any red or white patches on the gums or tongue, have pain mouth/jaw pain that won’t go away, have sores that do not heal within two weeks, or if you have problems swallowing or chewing.

Besides your cosmetic dentist or Kirkland dentist, here are some other types of dental providers:

Dental hygienists - work as part of your dentist’s staff. They clean gums and teeth, and instruct patients on ways to prevent oral disease and to maintain oral health.

Periodontists - a Kirkland dentist who treat gum disease and place dental implants, or artificial teeth, to replace lost teeth.

Oral surgeons - a cosmetic dentist who can perform biopsies (taking a sample of tissue in your mouth to look at under a microscope) or surgery on your mouth and supporting tissues if you have a serious problem.

4. Follow your cosmetic dentist advice.
Your cosmetic dentist may suggest that you do different things to keep your mouth healthy. He or she can teach you how to properly floss or brush, and how often. He or she might suggest preventive steps or treatments to keep your mouth healthy.
For instance, if you take medicines that give you a dry mouth, ask your doctor or nurse if there’s another drug you can use instead. Have an oral exam before beginning cancer treatment. And know that if you have diabetes, good oral hygiene to prevent gum disease is very important.

If the bones of the jaw are incorrectly positioned, jaw surgery (or orthognathic surgery) may be needed to move them into the right position so that the teeth can bite together properly. Usually this involves a hospital stay of three to five days.

This kind of treatment is usually reserved for adults who have severe malocclusions resulting in speech problems, difficulty eating or psychological trauma. Ask your orthodontist if you would like more information about orthognathic surgery.

Your Seattle orthodontist will give you a box to keep your appliance in so that it doesn't get damaged when it is not in your mouth. If you have a fixed appliance, you must wear a gumshield during contact sports.

Some people get into the habit of clicking their removable braces with their tongue. This can damage the wires and should be avoided.

If your appliance breaks, you must make an appointment to see your Redmond invisalign dentist as soon as possible. A broken appliance can add months to the length of the treatment, and can damage the teeth.