❶ Myths About Braces

Correcting the bite is necessary, since even and beautiful teeth help a person gain self-confidence and cope with psychological complexes. However, many people are afraid to put braces, because they have a false idea about this procedure. Location: Location: Myth # 1 "Braces can only be worn by children."

At the current stage of development of orthodontic technologies, there are no age restrictions for correcting bite. Doctors are successfully engaged in the prevention and treatment of dentoalveolar anomalies in both children and adults.

Myth # 2 "Wearing braces is a very painful process."

Painful sensations can occur during treatment due to the movement of teeth, but their intensity directly depends on a number of factors. For example, on the complexity of the pathology or the individual properties of the teeth of each patient. Moreover, often there is no pain at all when wearing braces. If unpleasant sensations nevertheless appear, it is imperative to inform the orthodontist about them. He will assess the situation and adjust the treatment plan, as well as give advice on how to eliminate pain.

Myth No. 3 "After removing the plate, the teeth will return to their previous position."

Indeed, teeth tend to take their natural place when they get rid of the shackles of the bracket system. Therefore, it is necessary to complete the procedures with special fixing measures, which are chosen by the orthodontist individually in each case. It is important that the patient does not take this issue lightly, otherwise time and money will be wasted.

Myth No. 4 "Braces can ruin tooth enamel."

The braces themselves do not have a negative effect on the enamel of the teeth. Damage to it can be caused by improper or irregular care of teeth and oral cavity during orthodontic treatment.

Myth # 5 "When wearing braces, you need to spend a lot of time brushing your teeth."

In fact, while wearing a bracket system, teeth should be brushed after each meal, using special brushes. This need often causes a sharply negative reaction in patients. However, there are positive aspects here too. First, patients are taught to correct and timely hygiene of the teeth and oral cavity. Secondly, many simply refuse extra snacks and, accordingly, begin to follow a more reasonable diet.