Orthodontics Dublin | Clear Dental Care

At Clear Dental Care you will benefit from the expertise of our specialised orthodontists. We offer a wide range of services including; fixed braces and Invisalign.

Orthodontics at Clear Dental Care

We provide a full range of orthodontic treatments with our specialist Orthodontist Maghnus O'Donnell. A customised orthodontic plan is provided specific to your needs whether it is Invisalign or orthodontic braces to get the best result possible for you.

 

Benefits of Orthodontics

  • Improved smile and self confidence

  • After treatment, teeth are easier to clean and the risk of decay is reduced

  • Reduced risk of accidental injury due to protruding teeth

  • Reduction of stress on jaw joints

  • Overall improvement to the bite

  • Teeth are left with the best preparation for future restorative care

 

When are orthodontics performed?

Generally speaking, orthodontic treatment is undertaken in teenage years, especially between 11 & 15. This is because by age 11, most people will have developed their permanent teeth and the need for orthodontics will have become apparent.

At this age, it is also easier for the body’s metabolism to react to orthodontic treatments, often time reducing the pain and discomfort of orthodontics and increasing the speed of the treatment time.

If performed early in teenage years, orthodontics will drastically reduce the amount of procedural work a person will require in later life.

 

Frequently asked questions

  • There are many factors which may cause un-straight teeth:

    • Crowded teeth

    • Spaced Teeth

    • Ectopic teeth (irregular position of teeth)

    • Hypodontia (extra or missing teeth)

    • Thumb sucking at a young age

    • Dental decay

    • Gum Disease

    • Premature loss of baby teeth

    • Accidents or trauma.

  • Installing and adjusting braces is generally a painless treatment. There can be slight discomfort when a patient is adjusting to wearing a new brace however this discomfort will reduce over time.

  • Orthodontic treatment time can vary depending on the severity of the treatment required. Generally a course of orthodontic treatments can take between 6 & 30 months.

  • Yes - In fact more than ever it is important to keep teeth free from plaque, gum disease and anything else that may hinder the orthodontic treatment.

  • Orthodontic care is a long-term investment in your health and well-being. Weighed against the true cost of living with problematic teeth, orthodontic treatment can be a wise long-term investment.

  • Your orthodontist will provide you with a full set of instructions on oral hygiene in-between appointments.

  • Yes - avoid hard or sticky foods when wearing braces.

  • Most modern orthodontic treatments do not require the extraction of teeth however in cases of clustered or overlapping teeth, some extraction may be recommended.

 

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