What is the steps of orthodontic?

What is the steps of orthodontic?

The specific operation methods of different braces are also different, but the basic process of orthodontics generally includes: initial diagnosis and examination, consultation and treatment overview, routine examination, determination of treatment plan, wearing braces, regular follow-up, retainer review, etc.

1. Initial diagnosis and consultation and treatment overview

A good orthodontic plan is the key to a successful orthodontic surgery. The doctor's plan includes the specific process of the correction plan, how to improve the patient's dental condition, analyze the pros and cons of different brackets for the patient, whether to extract teeth, etc. Therefore, patients should communicate more with the doctor, express their demands clearly, and choose a treatment plan that suits them.

2. Routine examination

1. Take dental films, that is, take X-ray photos of teeth and head bones, so that the doctor can understand the patient's teeth and bone development direction in more detail;

2. Modeling, the doctor will apply a fast-setting glue on the patient's teeth, which can be taken out after biting for 1-2 minutes, and become a model of the patient's teeth;

3. Take photos, the doctor will take photos of the patient's teeth from various angles before correction, which will be kept for future comparison.

3. Determine the treatment plan

The doctor will design a treatment plan suitable for the patient based on the patient's examination data.

1. Extraction of teeth. The purpose is to make room for irregular teeth. Whether to extract teeth depends mainly on the degree of deformity and the need for correction effect, which varies from person to person.

2. Separation of teeth. It means to use a separation ring between the upper and lower left and right large teeth to leave a little space between the teeth, so that the steel ring can be put in when wearing braces.

4. Wearing braces

The doctor will install the braces on the patient's teeth once or more times according to the patient's condition, and will inform the patient of the use and precautions of the braces.

5. Regular follow-up

Generally, the follow-up is once a month, and the specific time depends on the doctor's advice.

6. Retainer review

Generally speaking, retainers need to be worn after removing braces, especially for adults, and they should pay attention to maintaining the shape. The doctor will inform the patient of the specific wearing method and time, and teach you how to keep a brand new smile!