Q. Can I change orthodontists mid-treatment? Yes, it is possible, however it should only be done if necessary. If you move house to a new city or state for example, you may have to change orthodontists purely for practical reasons.
The answer is: yes, you can switch your orthodontist during treatment.
Yes, you can switch orthodontists when you have braces. Changing orthodontists is common and not unusual at all. Many patients do so within the first six months of treatment because they move or because of a change in insurance coverage.
You can speak to your ortho about how you feel. Discuss in-depth what it is about your smile you're not satisfied with, and see what options are available.
Braces can be removed early if a patient absolutely insists, but there are many downsides to this decision. For starters, incomplete treatment may leave your overall dental health and tooth alignment worse than it was before you started.
Removing your braces too soon or forcing your teeth to move too quickly can cause future problems and additional costs. Removing your braces or stopping an adjustment too early can cause: Improper teeth positioning. Tooth decay, cavities, or other dental issues.
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. Ceramic braces use tooth-coloured brackets and arch wires so they are less conspicuous than metal braces.
When you pay an orthodontist to fix your teeth, you are also paying for a lot of intangibles. Unlike extra lumber that can be returned to the lumber yard for a refund if you find that you don't need it, it is impossible to refund fees for diagnosis, treatment plan, and appliances that have already been provided.
If at any point during your orthodontic treatment you have concerns about how it is progressing, don't hesitate to speak with your orthodontist or a member of the orthodontic team. Their goal is the same as yours – a beautiful, healthy smile that will last a lifetime!
no. The consensus was, roughly, if you're unhappy with your orthodontist's work, you should go in and talk to said orthodontist and explain the problem. Most reputable orthodontists will try to fix it.
On average, the cost of removing braces can range from $300 to $1,000. This cost does not include any additional work that may be required, such as X-rays or retainers. It's important to keep in mind that these prices are estimates and that the actual cost can be significantly higher.
If you've worn braces before, and you're wondering if you can wear them again, the answer is yes! We've helped hundreds of patients to straighten their smile for a second time. If your teeth have shifted after braces, you're not alone.
A second round of braces can be necessary if your teeth moved since the first round. This can happen for natural reasons, due to injuries, or if you didn't wear your retainer for long enough after getting braces the first time.
Bonding brackets at the best position on the malaligned teeth is usually a challenging process for orthodontists in clinical practice. Thus, a few brackets might appear to be malpositioned and may require repositioning to reach the ideal positions during treatment, although the others have already been aligned well.
Fortunately, now that your facial structure is fully developed, the second treatment of braces won't take as long as the first. On average, adult treatment takes about 6 months to 1 year. If you drink alcohol, consider cutting back during your treatment or eliminating alcohol entirely.
As the alignment of your teeth and jaw shift with your braces, you may feel some slight discomfort. When that discomfort goes away, it does not mean that your braces are no longer working. Each adjustment of your brackets and wires or change of Invisalign trays causes your teeth to shift slightly.
Examples of orthodontics gone wrong
Braces place the teeth and jaw under continued force. If your orthodontist fails to apply your braces incorrectly or doesn't monitor your treatment properly, this can lead to problems with your oral health including gum disease, dental decay, and incorrect tooth positioning.
You will have new treatment fees once you transfer. Your new orthodontist will have a new financial plan and contract for you. There may also be fees for obtaining your orthodontic records from your current orthodontist and fees to remove your braces from your previous orthodontist.
The simple answer is actually to ask the orthodontist directly to take the braces off. You have the prerogative to ask for this, and I compeltely empathise with your situation.
Ideally, your braces should be removed only after your treatment is complete and your teeth have had a few weeks in their newly assigned positions. This time frame reduces the chances that your teeth will relapse.
The average orthodontic treatment plan is anywhere from 18 months to three years. It's different for everyone, but anything beyond a four-year treatment plan warrants getting second, third and fourth opinions.
Fortunately, the discomfort associated with wearing braces tends to be relatively minor. Most patients find that within six months, they no longer notice that their braces are there.
The answer, it's never too late to get braces! Getting braces is usually associated with children and teenagers, but we are here to inform you that there is no age limit on getting braces. Having the perfect smile can be lifetime goal of yours no matter what your age.
Once your braces are off, your orthodontic team may take some X-Rays and photos to place in your patient record. You will also receive a retainer soon after your brackets and wires are removed. A retainer's job is to prevent your teeth from drifting back out of place.