Carlingford Dentist
Almost nobody can claim that they naturally have perfect teeth. Almost all of us have a little straightening or other major dental work done. Teeth can be straightened with braces, or individual teeth can be replaced with crowns or implants. Many of us also have wisdom teeth removed at some point after our teens, which can affect the rest of our mouths. Sometimes there is a combination of dental treatments over time. The order in which this treatment is done is important.
Major Dental Work
Carlingford Braces
Braces are possibly the most common means of straightening teeth. They also correct jaw alignment when required.
There are about 10 different types of Brace for teeth. This includes braces placed behind the teeth and braces for people with certain metal allergies.
Braces will move natural teeth, and also move teeth that have crowns or veneers. But they cannot move implants.
Invisalign is an alternative to braces, suitable for less extreme alignment problems. This uses clear retainers to move teeth.
Dental Implants
Implants replace an entire tooth with a highly realistic replica on a metal post. This is a permanent change for a badly damaged or misshaped tooth.
Implants are permanently attached to the jawbone, and cannot be moved by braces.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Carlingford
Wisdom teeth are the final molars that come into the back of the mouth when we are in our late teens or early twenties. These late arriving teeth often cause problems because the mouth does not have sufficient room to accommodate them. Often they are removed.
Order of Operation
Braces are usually the first procedure for straightening teeth. If they are worn as teenagers we receive their benefits for the rest of our lives. But they can be worn by adults if necessary. Braces are fitted, used, and removed before any implants because braces are unable to move an implant. Occasionally braces might be used to move other teeth relative to the implanted teeth, but this is rare. Implants are usually used when the other teeth in the mouth have been corrected. Wisdom teeth may be extracted before or after orthodontic braces. If the wisdom teeth are dealt with early on, as soon as they appear, they should not disrupt the benefits of the braces.
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