Orthodontics Scarborough ON

teenager with braces | orthodontics scarborough onAt Dentistry at Alton Towers, we’re happy to bring our patients comprehensive orthodontic treatment for adults and children, making it simple to be your one-stop for all your dental needs.

Whether braces are your best option or you’d prefer more discretion with clear aligners, our dentists can guide you through orthodontic treatment in Scarborough from start to finish.

What Are the Benefits of Straight Teeth? 

Crooked teeth not only detract from the appearance of your smile but also present some problems when it comes to brushing and flossing. Teeth that overlap can be difficult to brush and floss, making it more challenging to keep your smile clean and bacteria-free. This can increase your risk of developing common dental problems like tooth decay and gum disease. 

Tooth misalignment also means bite misalignment, which can result in a painful joint disorder known as temporomandibular disorder (TMD). If you suffer from TMD, you may experience pain and tenderness when chewing, frequent headaches, neck and shoulder pain, and your jaw clicking or popping upon opening or closing your mouth.

Straightening your teeth correctly aligns your bite, protecting you against bite misalignment and joint disorders. Teeth that are correctly aligned are easier to brush and floss. Of course, we also can’t overlook the confidence that a beautiful smile provides!

When Are Traditional Braces Best?

If you’re living with complex bite concerns, brackets and wires may be the best option to correct your bite. This tried-and-true method for moving teeth delivers predictable results we can rely on.

Brackets and wires can correct these problems:

  • Crooked teeth
  • Spaces or gaps between teeth
  • Underbites
  • Overbites
  • Crossbites
  • Overlapped teeth

Braces are also ideal for children, so they don’t have to keep track of removable aligners.

Clear Aligners with Invisalign in Scarborough

Clear braces allow adults and teens to align their teeth with comfort, ease, and discretion. The aligners are removable, smooth, and comfortable to wear, making straightening your teethpatient holding invisalign clear plastic aligner | orthodontics scarborough on simple!

According to your treatment plan created by our dentists, you’ll wear each set of aligners for one to three weeks and 22 hours a day. Most patients finish treatment with Invisalign in about 10 to 18 months.

The Benefits of Clear Aligners

Clear aligners offer several benefits our patients love:

  • Ease: You can change your aligners at home and enjoy fewer appointments required during treatment.
  • Comfort: Aligners are smooth and comfortable to wear and don’t interfere with your normal daily activities.
  • Freedom: You won’t have any changes to your diet or home care routine since you can remove aligners for brushing, flossing, and eating meals.
  • Discretion: No one will know you’re straightening your teeth because clear aligners are virtually invisible.

Ready to Get Started?

To determine which type of orthodontic treatment suits your smile, contact our team at (416) 366-8188 to book an evaluation with one of our dentists.