10 things to know about adult orthodontics |
Posted: December 1, 2018 |
Even if adolescence is far away, it's never too late to find a pretty smile. More and more young adults are now daring to wear rings. The social and professional impact of a nice smile is now pushing adults to embark. "It is estimated that 6-7% of adults start treatment. Among them, more and more agree to wear visible rings, especially young adults in their twenties or thirties. 1. The rings can correct everything To tighten, spread, move forward or back the teeth, the rings are the most precise technique, effective in all cases, even the most complex. However, in adulthood, they are no longer sufficient to correct an offset of the jaws: it must be associated towards the end of the treatment a maxillary surgery. 2. It takes 6 to 24 months of treatment Bones being more compact, treatments are a little slower in adults. Six to eight months is enough to realign a tooth that has moved or closed a space between two teeth (teeth of happiness). In more complex cases or if there is a big gap between the upper and lower jaws, it can take up to two years. The duration also varies from one person to another, depending on the rate of renewal of bone cells. 3. You must see your orthodontist every two months The appointments at the orthodontist are more spaced than before, so less restrictive, but it is necessary to provide a tightening rings every six to eight weeks on average. 4. We cannot eat anything In order not to risk taking off the rings, it is forbidden to eat an apple or a sandwich, to chew chewing gum, and it is better to avoid sweets and sticky foods! The treatment also involves impeccable oral hygiene, with brushing three times a day to eliminate food residues that can get caught in the rings and limit the risk of cavities or gums that bleed. 5. It's not just aesthetic Finally, changing the position of the teeth can help correct some pronunciation defects. 6. It's less painful than before As the sensitivity varies from person to person, you can take a paracetamol-type analgesic if you feel bad after tightening. 7. The result is durable, but not fixed To prevent the teeth from moving again, a compression (most often a thread stuck on the inside of the teeth) is put in place at the end of the treatment and remains permanently. In case of periodontal disease, the teeth may eventually come off, so by moving a little. 8. The rings are cheaper Rings remain the most economical treatment: about 800 to 1200$ per semester, for a total cost of 1,000 to 5,000$. There are ceramic rings that mimic the color of the tooth and are less visible, only the wire that connects them remains metallic. This option strikes the budget slightly (between 120 and 250 € more per semester) but it can be chosen only for the upper teeth. The invisible methods are more expensive: from 5000 9 000$ treatment for lingual rings (placed on the inner side of teeth), and from 4 000 to 6 000$ for removable clear aligners. 9. Not everyone can wear one "First condition to start orthodontic treatment: the mouth must be perfectly healthy,” In case of caries or tartar, it is necessary to proceed to care and improve upstream dental hygiene. Thorough cleaning at the dentist is essential in case of periodontal disease and excessive loosening may be a contraindication. On the other hand, no problem if you wear crowns or implants. "There must also be enough bone and roots in good condition to withstand the pressure of the devices, which is verified through a radio report,". If the roots are fragile and may wear out during treatment, a phenomenon more common in people with asthma or diabetes, the orthodontist will use lighter forces. 10. The rings are not refunded The adult braces is not reimbursed by Social Security. The only exception: if the treatment involves maxillary surgery, it then supports six months of rings, up to $193.50. Some mutual offer packages ranging from 75 to 400 per semester (or more for high-end contracts), but never cover all costs.
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