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Markington Dental Orthodontics

How Orthodontics Improves Your Life

Many individuals consider orthodontics for themselves or their children primarily for aesthetic reasons, focusing on teeth and smile appearance. While important for boosting confidence and social comfort, leading to broader positive social interactions, the true purpose of orthodontics is to enhance oral function. Proper tooth alignment, where teeth correctly interact with the tongue and each other, significantly improves chewing and speaking abilities. This leads to better nutrition and can reduce speech impediments, offering lifelong benefits.
At Markington Dental, we offer a diverse range of orthodontic options to suit our patients’ needs. Our selections include traditional metal braces, clear braces, lingual braces, and Invisalign. Traditional metal braces remain a popular, effective, and affordable choice, especially for pre-adolescents and teens. Their prevalence among this age group helps children feel comfortable undergoing treatment. These braces require regular adjustments during orthodontic visits.
Clear and lingual braces provide a more discreet alternative while performing the same function as traditional braces. Clear braces utilize clear brackets and lighter wires, making them less noticeable. Lingual braces are positioned behind the teeth for complete invisibility. Although both clear and lingual braces function similarly to traditional metal braces, lingual braces can sometimes cause tongue discomfort and temporary speech impediments.
Invisalign is highly favored by older teens and adults due to its virtually invisible nature, allowing patients to maintain confidence for photos and social events. The primary requirement for effective results is consistent wear for 22 hours daily, removing the aligners only for eating and brushing. This innovative treatment demands discipline but yields excellent outcomes.
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Your Child’s First Orthodontics Visit

We recommend your child’s initial orthodontic consultation around age 7, once several permanent teeth have emerged. This early assessment allows an orthodontist to identify and proactively address any potential issues as permanent teeth erupt.

The first visit typically involves an exam and possibly X-rays. The orthodontist will provide an overview of expected treatment over the next few years, aiding financial planning, and discussing available treatment options. Dental development will likely be monitored for changes over the subsequent years.

Dentists generally suggest that the optimal period for orthodontic treatment is between 9 and 11 years old. By this age, all permanent teeth have erupted and are still pliable enough for easier movement with treatment. An added advantage is that treatment is often completed before the highly social teenage years.

The Growing Trend of Adults in Orthodontics

The number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment is increasing significantly! Markington Dental warmly welcomes adult patients to our orthodontic practice. Adult orthodontic treatments are pursued for various reasons, including enhancing professional appearance for career advancement, boosting confidence in dating, or improving overall health through proper bite and oral function. Whatever your motivation, Markington Dental offers an orthodontic solution tailored for you.
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Is Orthodontics Expensive?

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Orthodontic treatment costs typically range from $2,000 to $6,000 or more, varying based on individual needs. Treatment duration, which can range from six months to two years, impacts the overall cost. Additionally, any necessary preliminary corrections to other dental issues may increase expenses.

To determine the precise cost of your or your child's orthodontic treatment, a consultation with an orthodontist is essential. Markington Dental provides a comprehensive treatment plan with a cost evaluation for every patient. We are committed to helping you budget for orthodontic care and connecting you with any eligible financial assistance programs.

Orthodontics Lasts a Lifetime

Orthodontics is designed to deliver long-term solutions. Maintaining straight teeth after treatment usually involves using a retainer, especially immediately after braces are removed or aligner use ceases. Orthodontics can provide the beautiful, lasting smile you’ve always desired! Contact Markington Dental today for a consultation!

Orthodontics FAQs

Anyone with misaligned teeth can get orthodontics. Your dentist will typically refer you or your child to an orthodontist when they notice misaligned teeth. Children are usually recommended for treatment once they are at least 9 years old after all their permanent teeth have erupted, although it’s recommended they go for an evaluation earlier to do a check on erupting teeth.

Some adults get metal braces because of the effectiveness and affordability. However, many also opt for clear aligners like Invisalign. At Markington Dental, we also have other options like clear or ceramic braces.

It depends on each case but treatments may last longer once you are an adult because your teeth are fixed into the jawbone and harder to realign.