If you are dissatisfied with the alignment of your teeth and bite and would like to have the perfect smile you’ve always wanted, you may want to consider having your San Antonio TX orthodontics professionals at Cosmetic Dentistry of San Antonio do some work. We have variety of orthodontic tools and procedures at our disposal, including Invisalign clear braces, Invisalign Teen, and cosmetic dental veneers, so that you can smile more confidently.
San Antonio TX Orthodontics
Braces are bonded brackets, arch wires and elastic bands that move crowded or spaced teeth into the proper position for appearance and function.
Over a period of time, teeth will shift when constant, gentle pressure is applied. Brackets are bonded to the front surface of each tooth and wires are attached to the brackets with elastic bands. The slight tension on the wire is gently transferred to the bracket through the elastic band.
Invisalign clear braces can often accomplish what traditional braces can, are more comfortable and because they can be removed to eat, certain foods are not restricted. Although, in certain cases traditional braces are required. San Antonio TX orthodontics dentist, Dr. Camacho is very experienced in both traditional metal braces and Invisalign so your orthodontic treatment will be what is best for you. He is a San Antonio Premier Provider of Invisalign (this status is awarded only to cosmetic dentists who have achieved an extraordinary level of Invisalign case experience). He has done thousands of orthodontic cases from the very simple to the very complex.
We also offer cosmetic dental veneers placement, which consists of artificial porcelain shells that sit on top of your natural teeth allowing for a brand new cosmetic appearance and the strength of your organic tooth structure.
Having your orthodontics done at Cosmetic Dentistry of San Antonio eliminates multiple visits to different doctors during the course of treatment. Dr. Camacho has delivered orthodontic treatment to patients of all ages. It is never too late to have a beautiful smile!
What is Preventative Orthodontics?
Preventative orthodontics refers to dental devices (like special types of retainers) that are custom made and are worn to help create space or direct the growth of the jaw so that future orthodontics are easier and faster or in some cases avoided entirely.
Dr. Camacho is a provider of San Antonio TX orthodontics and can evaluate your child for preventative orthodontics and if needed can treat your child before more serious future problems develop. it is a misconception that you need to wait until all the permanent teeth come in before orthodontic treatment is needed. Often times, a simple retainer like device can handle the problem early on without need for future treatment. Schedule an appointment for your child today at Cosmetic Dentistry of San Antonio.
Today’s orthodontic treatments are faster, comfortable and more fashionable for children, teens and adults.
Types of Malocclusions (Bite Problems)
(definition: mal; bad; often relates to disease or disorder. Occlusion refers to the way the teeth of the upper and lower jaws fit together.)
- Class 1 – A malocclusion where the bite is okay and the top teeth line up with the bottom teeth, but the teeth are crooked, crowded or turned.
- Class 2 – A malocclusion where the upper teeth stick out past the lower teeth commonly referred to as an overbite, over jet, deep bite or buck teeth.
- Class 3 – A malocclusion where the lower teeth stick out past the upper teeth commonly referred to as an under bite.
