Family Dental of Georgetown offers patient-centered orthodontic care to help rebuild patients’ smiles and support their oral health. Malocclusions and other issues that affect how teeth align and close together can bring many concerns not only aesthetically but also health-wise and functionally.

When teeth are straight, it makes it easier to clean the mouth efficiently. A patient may develop oral health issues because they cannot adequately clear off biofilm, leftovers, and debris from the mouth. Our orthodontists in Georgetown, MA, have the knowledge, skill, equipment, and passion for performing orthodontic care to elevate the smiles of children, adults, and teens.

Early Orthodontic Intervention

At Family Dental of Georgetown, we emphasize the importance of early orthodontic evaluations for children. Identifying potential alignment issues at a young age allows our orthodontists to recommend timely treatment, preventing more complex problems from developing later in life. Early intervention can guide jaw growth, create more space for crowded teeth, and correct bite issues before they become more difficult to treat, setting the foundation for a healthy and aligned smile as your child grows.

Issues We Address With Our Orthodontic Care

Our dentists near you utilize orthodontic devices like braces and retainers to:

• Straighten teeth
• Close spaces or gaps between teeth
• Align teeth properly
• Correct problems with bites, such as protruding teeth

Traditional Metal Braces

Although newer, innovative orthodontic devices have emerged, traditional braces are still widely used. The reason is that they are stronger and preferred by some people over others. Today’s braces have significantly improved in design, making them much more comfortable, unbulky, smaller, and efficient. Traditional braces can correct issues that Invisalign may not be able to correct, particularly severe malocclusions that are difficult to correct with hard plastic trays.

Clear Braces

People concerned over the visible nature of traditional wire-based braces find it convenient to use clear braces. Many kinds of clear braces exist, including ceramic-made ones and Invisalign fabricated of hard, strong plastic material.

Clear braces are loved by many because they do their teeth straightening job inconspicuously. They also allow for easier oral hygiene, like brushing and flossing, because a patient can remove them from the mouth. Nonetheless, patients must be disciplined to ensure they put on their Invisalign or clear braces for at least 20 to 22 hours daily.

Orthodontic Care For Adults

It’s never too late to achieve a straighter smile. Family Dental of Georgetown offers orthodontic solutions tailored for adults who want to improve the appearance and function of their teeth. Whether you prefer discreet options like Invisalign or require traditional braces for more complex cases, our team is here to help. Adult orthodontic treatment not only enhances the aesthetic of your smile but also improves oral health by making it easier to clean and care for your teeth.

Post-Orthodontic Retention

Once orthodontic treatment is complete, maintaining the results is just as important as the treatment itself. To ensure your newly straightened teeth remain in their ideal position, our orthodontists will provide you with a customized retainer. Wearing your retainer as instructed is crucial in preventing teeth from shifting back to their original misaligned positions. At Family Dental of Georgetown, we offer both fixed and removable retainers to suit your lifestyle and needs.

Don't let crooked, over-spaced, overlapped, overlapping, or protruding teeth continue ruining your smile and oral health, visit Family Dental of Georgetown today to have our orthodontists near you evaluate your mouth and recommend appropriate orthodontic care.