What are temporary anchorage devices? (TAD’s) How effective a patient’s orthodontic treatment turns out to be is largely dependent upon the anchorage method employed. Previously, orthodontists used intraoral auxiliary appliances like braces and extraoral auxiliary appliances like headgear with the teeth to control anchorage. These posed many problems that interfered with ideal results being achieved.
Dr. Papandreas is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Cleveland Dental Society, Ohio Dental Association and the Schulman Study Group of top orthodontic practices nationally.
Smiles change as you age. Getting older means going through changes. No part of your body is safe from this process, including your mouth and teeth. As you grow older, you will find that different factors impact your teeth and may influence how you look. Below are some of the ways that aging impacts your mouth. In this post, we’re going to take you through the basics of why and what to do about it. Let’s get stuck in.
Dr. Papandreas is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Cleveland Dental Society, Ohio Dental Association and the Schulman Study Group of top orthodontic practices nationally.
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In the past, both children and adults visited the dentist and were referred to an orthodontist when straightening issues were involved. It was a simple process that covered all of your dental needs. Currently, there are Internet companies that advertise direct-to-consumer braces that will presumably straighten your teeth by skipping the orthodontist altogether. It’s time to take a close look at these products and what you need to know before choosing a straightening solution.
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
When it comes to a pediatric orthodontist, these experts go through rigorous training in order to be able to work with their patients. Not only are they able to handle a range of orthodontic treatment, but they also work with pediatric patients. This allows them to correct misalignment and malocclusion issues that might have become a problem for those seeking their help. The great thing about choosing this type of professional is that they are fully trained and experienced when they are looking to work with their clients.
Dr. Papandreas is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Cleveland Dental Society, Ohio Dental Association and the Schulman Study Group of top orthodontic practices nationally.
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How to Deal with Orthodontic Emergencies. We’ve been there before. Part of the orthodontic treatment is understanding that emergencies happen. This guide will help you know what to do if you or your child runs into any of these issues.
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
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While many people use the terms interchangeably, there is actually a big difference between a dentist and an orthodontist that boils down to experience, education, and specialty. While both begin with a similar educational background, orthodontists choose to continue their training to become specialists in orthodontics, an area of dentistry focusing on correcting occlusion, bites, and the straightness of teeth.
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
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Firstly, an orthodontist is a highly specialized professional who focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and correcting misaligned teeth and jaws. This dental specialist helps patients improve their oral health through orthodontic treatment designed to align teeth and improve bites with the help of corrective appliances and braces.
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
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What are temporary anchorage devices (TAD’s)? Having crooked teeth is something that affects someone’s confidence especially when it comes to social situations. Earlier, such kind of teeth was fixed using bite blocks, high-pull headgear, elastics, and functional appliances. When someone had serious cases of crooked teeth, it was fixed through surgery. TAD’s or Temporary Anchorage Devices are now available in place of the earlier treatment methods. Instead of going for surgery, these minimally invasive implants are used, but not all TADs can correct all cases. There are situations where surgery is the only option.
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
Wearing retainers after treatment. Getting your braces off is an exciting day for everyone who goes through the treatment. After months or years of having braces, they will finally be removed to reveal the straight smile you’ve been dreaming of. But treatment doesn’t end after the braces are off. While you may have the permanent fixtures removed from your mouth, you will probably still need to wear retainers to maintain the new straight smile that you’ve invested so much time – and money – into.
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
Each Patient Requires Individualized Orthodontic Treatment
You might think that all types of orthodontic treatment are the same, but each patient requires individualized treatment for tooth abnormalities. In addition, each orthodontist offers certain types of braces or corrective headgear to repair an assortment of malocclusions.
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In order to know what type of treatment is required for repairing your misaligned teeth, you must have a thorough examination from an orthodontist. An examination for fixing your teeth will include collecting X-rays of your mouth and facial structure. Your orthodontist will also need to collect molds of your upper and lower teeth to determine what types of devices are required for repairing your oral cavity and teeth.
What Type Of Malocclusions Can You Have?
First, it is essential to determine what types of malocclusions you have, and you can have one or more of these varieties of misalignments:
An orthodontist will want to correct your bite so that you can chew food easily, and he will also want to make sure that you have an attractive smile.
What Are Some Of the Different Varieties Of Orthodontic Appliances?
In some cases, you may have additional misalignments that require other types of corrective devices, including palatal expanders, Herbst appliances, separators or retainers. Some of these devices are required before braces are attached to your teeth, but other appliances are necessary after your braces are removed. If you have a severe orthodontic issue, then you might need to wear headgear to shift your teeth into the correct positions, but these devices are often worn at night or on weekends to make your life easier.
How Do You Decide Between Aligners and Braces?
Your orthodontist must determine if you have mild, moderate or major malocclusions to help you decide what type of orthodontic treatment is necessary. If you have minor problems with your teeth, then you can often wear clear removable aligners rather than wearing braces. However, only teenagers or adults can wear aligners because the devices are made to fit inside a mouth that has stopped growing. Children with minor to serious orthodontic issues must wear some type of braces instead.
What Are the Different Types Of Braces?
Some adults and teenagers also require braces, and it can take two to four years to correct misaligned teeth. Today, there are numerous types of braces to choose from, so you can select a type that is in your price range or that makes you feel more comfortable. Here are a few of the different types of braces available at an orthodontic office:
Traditional metal braces that are affordable
Ceramic braces that have color-matching brackets and clear wires
Self-ligating braces that don’t require elastics
Lingual braces that have brackets that are worn on the backs of your teeth
Braces with brightly-colored brackets and wires
What Are Plastic Aligners?
If you have minor malocclusions, then plastic aligners are an excellent option for fixing your smile. However, you must wear the items most of the day and night. You can remove the aligners to consume food and to perform oral hygiene. In addition, you must care for your aligners properly to have the best outcome. While wearing aligners, you should avoid drinking or eating foods that can stain the plastic. It is vital to wear the aligners at night to keep your teeth from shifting back into the wrong positions.
How Many Sets Of Aligners Will You Receive?
You will receive 20 to 30 different sets of aligners for your teeth, but you will only have a few sets available at one time. When your orthodontist collects your X-rays and molds, a computer software program will design aligners in different configurations so that each set applies pressure to your teeth. You will wear one set of aligners for two weeks before switching to the next set. Keep the old set of aligners so that your orthodontist can check the items for abnormal wear and tear. Your orthodontist will examine your mouth occasionally to ensure that your aligners are working correctly, and you might need to have new molds taken to create aligners that fit better.
Call Our Orthodontic Office Today
If you want to repair your malocclusions and facial structure, then visit an orthodontic specialist in Ohio. Dr. Samuel G. Papandreas offers orthodontic treatments in these cities:
• Parma
• New Brunswick
• North Royalton
You can schedule an appointment with Papandreas Orthodontics to learn about the best type of orthodontic treatment for you and your children to improve your smile correct your dental bite.
Papandreas Orthodontics
3511 Center Road, Suite B Brunswick, OH 44212
tel: 330-558-9092
Dr. Papandreas is a native of Cleveland. Born in Lyndhurst, the middle of five children, his parents moved to Lakewood where he attended Lakewood High School. Dr. Papandreas continued his education at Loyola University School of Dentistry, known as a leader nationally in clinical dentistry. He ranked #1 academically in his dental class for four consecutive years. In addition to the honor of Summa Cum Laude, he was awarded the Frank M. Amaturo Award for Highest GPA – Omicron Kappa Upsilon Fraternity, the Department of Dental Materials Scholastic Award, the Chicago Auxiliary Dental Society Scholarship Award for Highest Academic Achievement, and the Alpha Sigma Nu National Jesuit Honor Society Award for Academic Excellence.
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