Our Pickering dentists use metal braces to straighten misaligned teeth in moderate to severe cases.
Traditional Orthodontic Treatment
Metal braces have been used for decades to straighten teeth. In recent years, advances in orthodontic treatment have resulted in braces that are more comfortable and easier to care for.
How Braces Straighten Teeth
Braces apply continuous pressure to the teeth over a period of time, slowly moving them into their new, corrected positions.
As pressure is applied and the teeth move, the bone changes shape to accommodate the new positions of the teeth.
Most braces are made up of the following basic components:
Bands
Orthodontic bands are cemented to the teeth with dental bonding agents. They wrap around each tooth to provide an anchor for the brackets.
Brackets
Brackets are small metal squares that are bonded to the front of each tooth with dental bonding agents. They hold the arch wires that move the teeth.
Arch Wires
Arch wires attach to the brackets and guide the movement of the teeth during treatment. Arch wires can be metal, clear or tooth-coloured.
Ties
Ties are small rubber rings (elastic bands) that fasten the arch wire to the brackets. They can be clear, metal, or colored.
Why Straighten Teeth
Misaligned teeth are more than just an aesthetic issue – they can also cause a variety of oral health problems.
Misaligned teeth can be difficult to clean, and have lots of crevices where plaque can build up. They can also increase the wear and tear of your teeth as they protrude and rub up against each other more than straight teeth do.
In more severe cases, misaligned teeth can make chewing difficult, and can even cause jaw pain and misalignment.
If you have misaligned teeth, it will likely be beneficial for your dental health to undergo orthodontic treatment, either with metal braces or Invisalign.
Modern Metal Braces
Many people resist undergoing orthodontic treatment because they don't want to deal with the look and feel of wearing braces.
However, over the past two decades, metal braces have improved by leaps and bounds. There are now many low profile, more comfortable braces options available to patients.
Our Pickering dentists are accepting new patients.
Looking for a dentist in Pickering? You're in the right place!
To serve you better, Pickering Smiles has moved to Sheridan Dental
We are committed to delivering the same high standard of dentistry you are accustomed to, all in a comfortable and conveniently located environment.
Effective Friday, May 26th, all existing appointments and new appointments will be at our new location, Sheridan Dental.
We are excited to work alongside the Sheridan Dental team and continue to serve the dental needs of our patients. We look forward to treating you and your family for many years to come.
If you have questions about our relocation prior or your upcoming appointment, please do not hesitate to call the Sheridan Dental office at (905) 839-4486.