American River Dental

Children's Orthodontics

American River Dental
There are many situations that may require orthodontic treatment. Maintaining straight teeth and an even bite are the most common reasons for receiving orthodontic treatments.

Conventional Braces

Braces are bonded brackets, archwires and elastic bands that move crowded or spaced teeth into the proper position for appearance and function.

Over a period of time, teeth will shift if constant, gentle pressure is applied. Brackets are bonded to the front surface of each tooth and wires are attached to the brackets with elastic bands. The slight tension on the wire is gently transferred to the bracket through the elastic band.

Today’s orthodontic treatment is faster, comfortable and more fashionable than ever for children, teens and adults.

Palatal Expander

A palatal expander is an appliance placed in the roof of the mouth to widen the upper dental arch, which allows the arch to be painlessly separated and spread. A treatment used for younger patients. Many times a palatal expander can be used to create a proper alignment of the arches so permanent teeth have room to erupt in a natural position. Often, the use of an arch expander early may eliminate the need for braces later.

Clear Braces

Translucent “clear” braces and tooth-colored ceramic brackets provide a very aesthetic alternative to traditional metal braces.

Today’s clear braces provide the same quality of treatment as metal braces but are simply less noticeable.

Invisalign Teen®

Invisalign Teen® is the only clear orthodontic aligner therapy designed to address the unique concerns of treating non-adult comprehensive patients. Because aligners are removable, patients can continue to eat their favorite foods and brush and floss normally to help keep teeth and gums healthy.

Invisalign Teen® has all the features of Invisalign® Full, plus:

– Compliance indicators track the patient’s approximate wear time and help provide reassurance for parents that the teen is being compliant.
– Six free individual replacement aligners are included with Invisalign Teen® to replace lost or broken aligners.
– Many teens present for treatment with erupting permanent dentition, so Invisalign Teen® has been engineered with a feature to help prevent supra eruption of the second molars.

Retainer

A gadget that the orthodontist gives you to wear after your braces are removed. The retainer attaches to your upper and/or lower teeth and holds them in the correct position. You wear the retainer 24 hours a day at first then at night to make sure that none of your teeth move while your jaw hardens and your teeth get strongly attached to your jaw.

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