Dental problems such as crowding and cavities are extremely common. In fact, nine in 10 people have teeth that are at least slightly misaligned.
For some, crooked and crowded choppers deflate confidence and even impact the ability to chew properly — among other health concerns.
If you’re looking for quick fixes for correcting teeth, you’ve come to the right place. Check out these three effective orthodontic treatments that will have you smiling again.
1. Braces
Using braces to correct crowded teeth and other oral issues is one of the most well-known orthodontic treatments. It’s an especially common treatment for children as adults tend to find braces invasive and not very aesthetically pleasing.
This may not be the quickest method for correcting teeth. The treatment is usually around 18 months, but in the grand scheme of life, it’s hardly a blip of time.
There are plenty of different types of braces. Fixed braces have metal brackets that are connected to your teeth and linked by a metal wire. These are effective at correcting teeth as the gentle pressure of the brackets slowly moves your teeth over time.
This is an effective orthodontic option that will have you smiling with confidence in (almost) no time!
2. Invisalign
Invisalign has become one of the most popular orthodontic options as the treatment works similar to braces, yet is invisible. So, you don’t have to worry about unsightly metal cages on your teeth, but you will benefit from corrected teeth.
This treatment makes use of clear plastic aligners which need to be changed every fortnight. It works the same as braces, moving your teeth slowly and gently, and is great for correcting crowded teeth.
These aligner braces are perfectly clear and unnoticeable, so even if you need to wear them for an extended period of time it won’t matter. Usually, Invisalign treatment lasts between 6 to 8 months, unless the orthodontic case is severe.
3. Veneers
This may come as quite a surprise — a pleasant one, too. If you have a mild case of crooked or crowded teeth, veneers are a super quick and easy fix. This really is the quickest method, as it doesn’t actually fix the crookedness, it just gives the appearance of straighter teeth by hiding the crooked parts.
Your local orthodontist will shave away some enamel off of the problem teeth before applying a composite or porcelain cover. Voila – straight teeth!
This is a purely cosmetic solution to help you with confidence issues and to feel comfortable showing off your pearly whites. It’s an immediate fix that works well if you only have slight orthodontic issues that are aesthetic in nature.
Correcting Teeth as Easy as One, Two, Three
There you have it, three effective and simple methods for correcting teeth. Whether you have severe crowding issues and need an 18-month braces treatment, or if you’re simply looking for a superficial fix with veneers, there’s an option for everyone.
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