Will the orthodontist take my braces off if I ask?

If a patient wants to remove his/her braces early, they will most likely be asked to sign a form stating that they wanted the early removal of their braces before treatment was completed.

Can I get my braces removed whenever I want?

While it might not be the response you're hoping for, the simple answer to this question is no. However, it is possible to experience slower treatment times if you don't follow your orthodontist's instructions, including proper care of your braces.

Can I ask another dentist to remove my braces?

Your general dentist is a licensed professional: can they remove your braces? Legally, yes: your general dentist is capable and authorized to remove your braces.

Can you switch orthodontists when you have braces?

The answer is: yes, you can switch your orthodontist during treatment.

How can I remove my braces at home?

You just cannot use any tools to remove braces at home. There are special tools orthodontists use to remove them when the treatment is over. These special tools are efficient and cause minimal pain.

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What is the shortest time period for braces?

Metal and Clear Braces

The minimum time to wear braces can be as little as several months to fix a basic crooked tooth or spacing issue through to 36 months for both metal braces and ceramic braces.

What happens if you don't like your teeth after braces?

If you get older and notice your teeth are shifting back into a crooked place, you can call your ortho to discuss the problems. Some people end up wearing brackets or aligners a second time later in life. There is nothing wrong with this, and it's not the fault of the ortho or even your own fault it happened.

What happens if you don't pay off your braces?

Just to be clear the braces themselves won't damage your teeth. But plaque collecting around the teeth, especially in spots you can not clean well can lead to decalcification, decay, and gum disease. If the wires are still in place, teeth may also move adversely.

Does the mold for braces hurt?

To answer the first question many young patients will ask: no, it does not hurt to have an impression made. It is important to address this as soon as possible to take away any fears that a patient might have around the process.

Can I cancel my braces treatment?

Common Reasons Why Patients Transfer Orthodontic Treatment. In certain circumstances an orthodontic treatment transfer may be voluntary and other times it will be completely out of your control. In either situation your best move is to plan out your next move which will help you decrease stress.

Can I tighten my own braces?

Please, whatever you do – don't attempt to tighten or adjust your braces at home! You may well do lasting damage to your teeth and gums.

Do they shave teeth after braces?

Enameloplasty to level your teeth after your braces are removed is often considered part of your orthodontic treatment. It's commonly offered at no additional charge.

Why is my teeth turning yellow with braces?

Plaque buildup is common behind the braces' wire and around the brackets, which adhere to the teeth. Eventually, this plaque may turn into thickened calculus, or tartar, which can have a brownish or yellowed color. Often, teeth affected by tartar or calculus can cause demineralization.

Do you get your retainer the same day you get your braces off?

Clear retainers are the most common and most requested type of retainer Advanced Orthodontics offers. They are made in our office the same day you get your braces removed. A plastic material is vacuum formed to the plaster mold taken of your teeth.

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.

Do you have to wear a retainer forever?

To maintain a straight smile for a lifetime, you're going to need to wear your retainers nightly for the rest of your life. The good news is, after some time it won't be necessary to wear them as often.

What happens if you keep braces on too long?

If brackets remain in place for years, plaque could build-up in places that are hard to reach, eventually leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Some Brackets May Later Dislodge– Under normal circumstances, when a bracket dislodges, your orthodontist will reattach it.

Do orthodontists whiten teeth after braces?

There are several methods to whiten your teeth after braces. The Orthodontists don't provide any teeth whitening services so we recommend seeing your dentist for a scale and clean, and to discuss risks and costs of your options before proceeding with any whitening treatments.

Are braces stains permanent?

Provided proper dental hygiene is practiced, the spots will not get bigger. However, without treatment, stained teeth after braces won't disappear, although they will gradually fade.

Can I cut my braces wire with scissors?

In certain cases, the wire can be carefully cut with a nail clipper or fingernail scissors. If you cut the wire, make sure to hold one end of the wire or place a tissue or piece of gauze around it so it can be removed from the mouth.

Are teeth perfectly straight after braces?

People hope to have a flawless smile after they have gone through orthodontic treatment. But sadly, it might not always be the case that your teeth are perfectly aligned even after you take your braces off. Despite having the best dentist, it is difficult to predict the exact outcome of any teeth straightening process.

How are braces removed?

To remove your braces, your orthodontist will use a special metal device to loosen each of the brackets on your teeth. This will usually pop your braces—brackets and wires—off in one piece.

How do you smile after getting braces off?

Can you change braces colors?

Bands Can Change the Colour of Braces

While they won't be clear, you can choose from a variety of different colours for your rubber bands to give your brackets a pop of colour.

Do the colored bands on braces do anything?

Ligatures are the rubber bands that appear interwoven into each bracket; they come in all sorts of different colors and can be a fun form of self-expression. These work to keep the archwire in place through the bracket, but can also help move your teeth.