How an orthodontic consultation from your dentist in Victorville, CA, can help you and your smile.
Have you been thinking about straightening your smile? The truth is, orthodontics isn’t just for teenagers. Adults can benefit from orthodontic treatment too. No matter what your age, orthodontic treatment first starts with an orthodontic consult.
Dr. Fahed Hattar at Dr. Hattar Dental and Orthodontics in Victorville, CA, offers comprehensive dental care services, including an orthodontic consult and orthodontic treatment to help you and your smile.
Your orthodontic consult begins with an oral and functional examination to determine how your jaws come together and other alignment issues. A facial examination is also part of the consult. X-rays and imaging studies, along with models of your teeth and jaws will also be completed at the consultation appointment.
Dr. Hattar of Victorville orthodontics will determine whether you have an underbite, overbite, crossbite, open bite, or other alignment issues. He can give you an idea of how long you might have to wear braces and a retainer and can give you some orthodontic options to consider, including:
- Conventional metal brackets and wires
- Ceramic brackets and tooth-colored or clear wires
- Lingual braces are different in that they attach to the side of your tongue
You may also want to consider invisible braces, which are clear plastic dental appliances which you can remove when you eat, and when you brush and floss.
Another important part of an orthodontic consult is learning how to care for your teeth when you have orthodontic treatment. A skilled dental professional will help you learn how to brush and floss using floss threading tools. Keeping your smile healthy is a vital part of effective orthodontic treatment.
An orthodontic consult is the first step toward a straight, beautiful smile. Let’s face it, straight teeth are more attractive, and easier to keep clean. An outstanding smile with straight teeth creates a lasting impression.
To find out more about how orthodontics can help you and your smile, schedule an orthodontic consult today by calling Dr. Fahed Hattar of Dr. Hattar Dental and Orthodontics in Victorville, CA, at (760) 243-3595. Call right now!