Braces in Lynwood, CA 

Braces are traditional orthodontic treatment that straightens misaligned teeth. They exert pressure on the teeth, pushing them to the desired position. At Hope Dental, our dentists can install braces on patients who have severely crowded or misaligned teeth. 

Benefits of Using Braces

• Braces help in preventing bone erosion. 
• Wearing braces helps to treat speech impairment in patients. 
• Bite conditions like overbite, underbite, and crossbite can be treated using braces.
• Braces help to improve the overall oral health of the patient.
• They help to reduce the gap between the teeth.

Different Types of Braces

Metal Braces: These are standard braces used to treat misalignment in teeth. Brackets and bands are strung together with the help of wire and affixed on the teeth to push the teeth to their correct positions.

Ceramic Braces: These are the less noticeable type of braces that are similar to metal braces. Ceramic braces match the color of the tooth enamel and are considered more comfortable than metal braces.

Dental Procedure for Braces

The initial appointment at the dentistry involves the evaluation of the dental condition. X-rays of the mouth are taken to establish the current structure of the teeth and determine what needs to be done to correct it. The dentist then plans the treatment using these diagnostic reports. Once the plan is set, the dentist begins the procedure by setting the braces on the teeth. Brackets and bands are put together on a wire and tightened, which helps to exert pressure on the teeth. 

Regular visits to the dentist are mandatory to tighten the braces. The time required for the treatment varies according to the dental condition of each person. After the teeth are aligned, the dentists remove the braces through a simple, painless process. 

How to Take Care of the Teeth While Wearing Braces

Our dentist would recommend that the patients follow good dental care while wearing braces. The patients would be taught the proper method of brushing and flossing the teeth while wearing braces. They are also advised to clean the teeth after each meal, which helps to remove the food particles stuck on the braces.

Hope Dental, situated at 12000 Long Beach Blvd, Lynwood, CA, is an equipped dentistry that provides excellent dental and orthodontic care to our patients. Call us at (424) 999-4919 and book an appointment to know more about braces and other dental services.