Many adults approach us with some apprehension because they already have things like crowns or veneers on their teeth. They worry that because of this previous work, orthodontic treatment with braces is no longer an option.
Many adults wonder if they can have braces if they have crowns, root canals, missing teeth, or implants. When it comes to braces and orthodontic treatment, there is (almost) always a solution and a way toward a healthy smile and perfect teeth.
Every profession has its own glossary of jargon. Orthodontics is no different! So, for those of you who are curious, we thought we would share some of our lingo!
When teeth are straight, there is a lower risk of gum disease and tooth decay. However, wearing braces can make it more challenging to keep the teeth clean in the short term because food and debris can collect around the braces. Therefore, it is extra important to take good care during this more vulnerable time.
It’s hard to imagine a movie theatre without the smell and taste of popcorn. But if you have braces (and even if you don’t), you might want to think twice about ordering the salty, crunchy treat (with extra butter, please).
One fear that people have when they are about to undergo orthodontic treatment is that the shape of their face will change. It is a fair concern… people are generally pretty attached to the way their face looks.
The questions we answer when it comes to braces can be very typical, but also sometimes creative. One of the questions that was recently asked was: “Will my braces attract magnetic objects?”
We’ve done it again! For the second year running, South Surrey Smiles has been presented with the Top Choice Award for Top Orthodontic Clinic in Vancouver for 2018, and we couldn’t be more appreciative.
Surprisingly, one of the most common questions we have to answer for our patients is: “Can I go swimming with braces?”.
Braces have come a long way in their appearance and it is also way more common for people to wear braces nowadays! If you’ve got some reservations about wearing braces, it might be comforting to know that some of the most famous people in the world have worn braces.
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