The goal of any orthodontic procedure is to align the teeth to insure proper function and proper esthetics. Please browse through our orthodontics gallery to see the types of treatment that can be achieved as a result of orthodontic treatment.

The average treatment time for orthodontics is between eighteen to twenty-four months. However, the length of treatment will depend on the severity of the pre-existing condition, the type of treatment (removable appliances usually takes longer than fixed appliances) and the cooperation of the patient.

At the completion of the active part of orthodontic treatment, the braces are removed and retainers are made to keep the teeth stable in their new position. These appliances may be removable retainers or fixed wires that are placed behind the teeth. Retainers play an important role in orthodontic treatment since the teeth like to rotate and move toward their original position.

This case involved the front top teeth overlapping the front lower teeth too much, which caused the front lip to protrude. This is evident in the top photo since you can barely see the lower teeth. In the lower photo, you can see how the angulation of the front teeth is too excessive.

After about 18 months of treatment, the top teeth have been moved back and up. In the top photo, you can now see much more of the bottom teeth and the alignment of the teeth looks very good. In the bottom photo, you can see that the angulation issue has been resolved. The result was a confident and happy patient.