Braces in Lake Geneva

What Is the Process for Getting Braces?

Seeing your local dentist in person is the best first step for learning more about your options. Finding a competent, friendly dentist specializing in orthodontic care is an important decision when you're ready to commit the time and money it takes to correct your child's smile. At our office, we make it easy to work with a professional team you can trust! We work with our young patients and their parents to ensure they feel comfortable and supported every step of the way. When you choose us, we'll personalize your child's plan to address the specific orthodontic issues they need corrected. Rest assured that we'll do our best to get your child's smile corrected in the shortest amount of time possible without cutting corners.

What Does Getting Braces Feel Like?

Our office works hard to make the process of getting orthodontic work done as comfortable as possible. Your child's experience can differ slightly, depending on whether you select ceramic or metal. Everything will be discussed with you and your child during the consultation phase. On the day of your child's appointment, the orthodontist will clean and dry your child's teeth before applying a bonding glue that allows the brackets to stay on. Some children find that the glue used for this step doesn't always taste great. However, we can assure you that it's fully harmless. Once the glue is applied, we'll attach the brackets that will remain in place for the duration of your child's treatment. Finally, we will attach metal archwires that connect through the brackets. These wires are probably familiar if you've ever seen someone with braces. Finally, the rubber bands, which will be adjusted at upcoming visits, will be placed onto the brackets.

What Options Does My Child Have for Braces?

There are so many options today for correcting your smile. In some cases, your orthodontist or dentist will suggest traditional wire-and-bracket metal braces. These are often the best for significant crowding, gaps, and bite issues. If you're looking for an option that doesn't stand out quite as much, ceramic braces offer the same level of support while being less obvious because they are white or clear. Of course, you may be curious to know if invisible braces will correct your smile. This is something that is determined on a case-by-case basis. Invisible trays can be ideal for many crowding and bite issues. In addition to being nearly undetectable, the benefit with invisible trays is that you can remove them when eating or drinking. There's also an advantage for brushing and flossing with invisible trays because you aren't struggling with metal wires.

How Much Do Braces Cost?

The cost of braces in Lake Geneva varies by patient because each orthodontic plan is designed around a patient's unique needs and goals. Factors like the condition of your smile, treatment duration, and the type of material you choose all impact the final cost. In addition, your insurance coverage may cover a portion of the cost. Be sure to let our office know if you have insurance to allow us to check what's covered. In addition, we offer flexible financing plans in our office that can help to make treatment more affordable.

How Long Does It Take to Get Braces on My Teeth?

The complete timeline for braces treatment is about two years for most people. However, it all starts with one very important appointment! In most cases, it takes one to two hours to get your braces placed if you're getting metal or ceramic. Our staff is here to help you feel comfortable during your appointment. It's common for your child to experience soreness as they adjust to their new brackets. You can also expect the metal brackets to slightly irritate their gums as they get used to the sensation. Most children adjust fully by the end of the first week. Of course, our office staff is here to provide support if your child's mouth is unusually sore or you have concerns of any kind.

What About Retainers?

Retainers are important for maintaining results after your child's braces are removed. This is something the dentist will discuss with you during the initial consultation. Getting your child's braces off typically takes an hour in our office. Once the brackets and wires are gone, your child may need permanent wires behind their teeth, a retainer tray, or both to keep the results in place. Retainers are worn overnight for several years to help hold teeth in the proper position and maintain your child's results.

Are you interested in learning more about how to give your child the beautiful smile they deserve with braces?