FAQ

Orthodontics

How many times a day should I brush during orthodontic treatment?

During orthodontic treatment, the rule is to brush every time you eat — including snacks, that comes to 4-5 times a day or more. Food easily

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Orthodontics

What should I do if my orthodontic rubber band breaks?

Simply replace it with a new one. Orthodontic rubber bands (elastics) are consumable supplies, so we usually give you extras, and it's enoug

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Orthodontics

Tips for brushing and using interdental brushes during orthodontic treatment?

During orthodontic treatment, the order of brushing matters. 1) Use an orthodontic toothbrush to clean above and below the brackets separate

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Orthodontics

I have wisdom teeth. Can I still get orthodontic treatment?

Yes, orthodontic treatment is possible even if you have wisdom teeth. However, if the wisdom teeth interfere with tooth movement or space is

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Orthodontics

Are there foods to be careful of during orthodontic treatment?

Yes, there are. 1) Sticky foods like gum, jellies, and caramel cling to the appliances, 2) dried squid, hard nuts, and ice are the main caus

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Orthodontics

What types of orthodontic treatment are there?

There are broadly five types of orthodontic appliances. 1) Metal braces — the most common and most affordable, 2) ceramic braces — tooth-col

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Orthodontics

What's the difference between clear aligners and traditional braces?

The biggest difference is whether the appliance is removable. Clear aligners can be taken out for meals and brushing, making hygiene easier,

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Orthodontics

Can I have scaling and other regular treatments during orthodontic treatment?

Yes, it's possible. In fact, during orthodontic treatment the appliances raise the risk of cavities and gum disease, so scaling and cavity t

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Orthodontics

How long should I wear clear aligners each day?

You need to wear them at least 20-22 hours a day for your teeth to move as planned. They should be worn at all times except during meals and

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Orthodontics

My clear aligner broke.

If your aligner breaks, please contact the clinic immediately. Even a few days without the appliance, your teeth start drifting back toward

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Orthodontics

The wire keeps poking my cheek and it hurts—I think I have a sore.

As your teeth move, the end of the wire at the back becomes longer and pokes your cheek — if you come to the clinic, we can trim the end and

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Orthodontics

Can there be side effects from orthodontic treatment?

Yes, there can be. The best-known ones are 1) cavities and gum inflammation around the appliances (when brushing is insufficient), 2) root r

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Orthodontics

Do I need to use a special orthodontic toothbrush?

It doesn't have to be an orthodontic toothbrush, but we do recommend one. Orthodontic toothbrushes have a groove down the middle of the bris

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TMJ

I hear clicking sounds in my jaw when I open my mouth. Do I need treatment?

If there is only a sound with no pain or catching, you don't need immediate treatment — observation is enough. Clicking sounds from the jaw

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TMJ

My jaw feels stiff when I wake up. Why?

Teeth grinding or clenching during sleep is the most common cause. While you sleep, strong forces are unconsciously and continuously applied

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TMJ

My mouth doesn't open well.

There's a strong possibility of restricted mouth opening (trismus), so please don't force it open and come in as soon as possible. It often

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TMJ

Can TMJ disorders heal naturally?

Mild muscular pain often improves within 1-2 weeks with just rest, soft foods, and warm compresses. However, problems with the disc or bone

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TMJ

How is TMJ disorder treated?

TMJ treatment proceeds in stages, starting with conservative care. 1) Lifestyle correction and self-care (warm compresses, soft foods), 2) m

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TMJ

Do stress and daily habits affect the TMJ?

Yes, they have a very large effect. When you're stressed, you unconsciously clench your teeth, putting continuous strain on the jaw muscles

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TMJ

How much does a splint appliance cost?

At our clinic, a custom splint (occlusal stabilization appliance) is precisely fabricated from an impression of your teeth and costs in the

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