Now is a great time to have crooked teeth! Why? They can easily be straightened.
There are few technological wonders of our era that are more appreciated than modern clear braces. Teeth straightening hardware of past generations in San Diego had many drawbacks. They often involved a whole orthodontic tool kit–full metal bands, headgear, elastics, spacers, and wires poking every which way. If you played an instrument that required the use of your mouth, well, it wasn’t pretty.
Metal braces for most were uncomfortable, bulky, and downright ugly. They also created many hidden nooks and crannies for bacteria to quietly drill into your enamel. If you are too young to remember old school braces, you can’t truly appreciate the ceramic braces, clear braces and Invisalign aligners available today right here in Mission Valley, Bankers Hill , Hillcrest, and surrounding areas. Even traditional metal braces are now smaller, less noticeable, and more comfortable.
The advancements in San Diego orthodontic treatments and shorter treatment times is one reason many San Diego adults have chosen to straighten their teeth even if they passed as a teenager. Does that mean you don’t need to have your child seen by a San Diego orthodontist if you suspect problems? Absolutely not.
The American Association of Orthodontics recommends early San Diego orthodontic evaluation. It is always best to identify problems with teeth and jaw development early. Your orthodontist or pediatric dentist will know the proper age to begin treatment if necessary.
We provide many cosmetic dental procedures at Marcos Ortega DDS in addition to clear braces. Did you know that porcelain veneers can solve some less-extreme tooth alignment problems? If your teeth are fairly straight but your smile is compromised by a couple of damaged or chipped teeth, affordable porcelain veneers may be your one-visit solution.
For more information about the cosmetic dental options offered at Marcos Ortega DDS in , see https://www.mysandiegosmiles.com/doctors.htm or call 619-295-4545.