Will I get braces on my first appointment?

No, braces are not put on during the first appointment with your orthodontist.

How long after your first orthodontist appointment Do you get braces?

How long after an orthodontist consultation do you get braces? Typically after the initial exam, it takes about 2-3 weeks to get your braces.

What can I expect from my first visit to braces?

During your free consultation, we'll give you a quick tour of our office, and you'll meet our orthodontic team. We will examine you and take complimentary photographs and x-rays of your mouth and teeth. A customized treatment plan will then be created to address your specific needs.

Can you get braces on same day as consultation?

You can get braces the same day as your consultation. For any type of braces you choose – whether it's traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, or Iconix® white gold braces – you can get braces or a scan done on the same day as your consult.

How many appointments do braces take?

Traditional Braces

The first appointment for adhering the braces will take about 2 hours, but subsequent appointments usually take between 15-20 minutes. Patients with traditional braces should expect scheduled visits every four to eight weeks.

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What color is best for braces?

Choose light blue, bronze, dark purple or subdued reds and pinks to complement lighter skin tones. Choose darker colors to make your teeth appear whiter. Watch out for lighter colors that could make your teeth look more yellow. Consider colors that complement or match your eyes.

How long is the process to getting braces?

The process of getting braces can take anywhere from one to three years. Although this sounds like a long time, the results are life-changing. If you're heading into your first orthodontist appointment, you may be a little worried.

Do you get top and bottom braces on the same day?

The timing of your orthodontic treatment is largely based on what needs to be corrected on the top and bottom teeth. The objective is to try to schedule the installation of braces onto the teeth in such a manner that your treatment will be completed simultaneously for both the top and bottom teeth.

Do you have to get spacers before braces?

Does everyone need spacers before braces? Most people who get traditional braces will need to have spacers, which are also called orthodontic separators. Traditional braces involve brackets cemented to the surface of your teeth and connected with wires.

What happens after your consultation for braces?

With your paperwork completed you will now be greeted by a Treatment Coordinator. The Treatment Coordinator will introduce you to the practice and the amenities it has to offer. In some offices an orthodontic assistant will take initial records including orthodontic x-rays, photos of your teeth and scans of our bite.

What do dentist do before you get braces?

Before getting braces, visit your family dentist for a cleaning and check-up. Ask your orthodontist how far ahead of your appointment to get braces that your dental appointment should be. Visits to your dentist should continue at least every six months for the duration of treatment, or more often, if recommended.

What can I drink with braces list?

If you have a soda, please brush your teeth thoroughly as soon as possible. We suggest milk, water, fruit juices, Crystal Light, or Snapple. During sports, it is best to drink water, because many sports drinks, including Gatorade, are also very acidic.

What can I eat with braces first week?

What are the 5 stages of braces?

How do you ask for braces?

Dentists are not orthodontists, but they do have a good understanding of which dental conditions may require braces. Many patients are referred for orthodontia by their primary dentist. If you think you might need braces, you can ask your dentist at your next visit for their opinion, as well as a referral.

What hurts more spacers or braces?

When the spacers are first inserted, you may experience a little discomfort and pain, but they don't hurt more than braces. This is because only slight pressure is exerted and on a few teeth. If your teeth are more tightly packed together, spacers will hurt a little more.

Do they numb you for braces?

There are absolutely no needles involved in the braces or Invisalign procedure. Getting braces on is completely painless. The brackets are bonded to your teeth with special adhesive, then I thread the archwire through them and they're secured in place with colored ties. That's it.

Do braces change your face?

With braces, the change to your face shape is a gradual one. It's less obvious in adults, whose skeletal features are already completely developed. During your orthodontic consultation, our Ottawa orthodontist, Dr. Charles Cohen, can pinpoint which areas, if any, might change once your teeth are properly aligned.

Is it cheaper to get braces only on the top?

A single-arch or partial braces treatment will usually cost less than full-mouth braces, but it won't be half the price. You can still expect it to be cheaper than a complex orthodontic process involving all of your teeth. For a specific price on upper or lower-only braces, you'll need to have Dr.

Is it painful to put braces?

The honest answer is that braces do not hurt at all when they are applied to the teeth, so there is no reason to be anxious about the placement appointment. There will be mild soreness or discomfort after the orthodontic wire is engaged into the newly placed brackets, which may last for a few days to a week.

Why do orthodontist only put top braces on first?

Some orthodontists will put braces on just the top teeth before concentrating on your bottom teeth. When that happens, the orthodontist carefully assesses your bite and the relationship between your top and bottom teeth, since changing just one set of teeth can affect your bite.

How long do you have rubber bands for braces?

It could range from a month to 6-8 months. During the time you wear your elastics, it's important to wear them for 24 hours every day unless otherwise directed. The only times you should remove your elastics are: To brush your teeth.

How do I look like with braces?

Is it possible to kiss with braces?

It's completely fine if you're not ready for something as adventurous as kissing right away! When you feel ready, take it slow. Being gentle while kissing with braces is incredibly important for the safety of you and your partner. It's a good idea to start with closed lips.

What are the worst braces colors?

Extremely dark hues, such as black and brown, are the worst colors for braces that should be avoided by all braces wearers since they might stain or discolor your teeth. White and yellow rubber bands, along with clear rubber bands, pick up colors from dark beverages such as coffee, tea, and red wine.