Dr. Peter Chapman and the team at Chapman Orthodontics develop orthodontic treatment plans that are personalized for each patient’s needs. These plans may include treatment methods and approaches that are best suited to the patient’s needs and treatment goals near Wayne Township, IN. Traditional braces, ceramic or lingual braces, and Invisalign clear aligners are options Chapman Orthodontics offers their patients in the Marion County, IN area.
If you have chosen orthodontic treatment with braces, you should know:
There are different types of braces
When it comes to choosing the right kind of braces for you, Dr. Peter Chapman is the expert and will show you all your options before beginning treatment. Some of the most commonly employed types of braces include:
- Traditional metal braces: traditional braces are one of the most commonly seen types of braces. They function with a series of metal brackets and wires that gradually shift your teeth to the desired position.
- Ceramic braces: ceramic braces function with the same process as traditional metal braces, except the brackets are made of ceramic instead of metal. These are often desirable for people who would like their braces treatment to be less conspicuous and noticeable.
- Invisalign: the Invisalign system consists of a series of clear, plastic aligner trays. Your trays are molded specifically to fit your teeth, and Dr. Chapman will help determine the appropriate intervals for you to have your trays changed. With each new set of Invisalign aligner trays, your teeth will move closer and closer to your desired alignment.
Oral hygiene is crucial
Braces can often trap food in and around the teeth. Regardless of what you’re eating, the location of your braces will cause some food debris to get stuck. It is important to brush thoroughly and completely while being treated with braces. Dr. Peter Chapman suggests brushing after every meal, before bed, and upon waking. It is important also to floss well during treatment. You may want to purchase a braces-friendly flosser, like a Waterpik, to eliminate food debris between your brackets and wire.
Some foods to look out for
There are some foods that you may need to be careful with during your treatment with braces. Some foods, like gum, sticky candy, popcorn, and bagels, can threaten the integrity of your braces, potentially breaking brackets and hindering your teeth-alignment process.
Eventually, caring for your braces will become second nature, and adjusting to your new lifestyle will be easy. You may find that your new oral health care habits stick around after your braces are removed.
Chapman Orthodontics and Dr. Peter Chapman help their patients decide which orthodontic treatment options fit best with their budgets, schedules, and treatment goals. If you have more questions, need further information, or to schedule an appointment, call Chapman Orthodontics at: 317 – 852 – 5566
Dr. Peter Chapman and the team at Chapman Orthodontics are experts in braces. If you have any questions pertaining to braces, clear braces, Invisalign, or Invisalign Teen in Wayne Township, IN, Brownsburg, IN, Plainfield, IN, Avon, IN, Marion County, IN, or the 46202 zip code area, or would like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Peter Chapman contact Chapman Orthodontics at: 317 – 852 – 5566