Orthodontal Treatment at Centre dentaire et d'implantologie Chouinard & Karam

Treatment using next-generation brackets and bands or transparent aligners

When to resort to orthodontics?

Crooked, overlapping or protruding teeth can ruin your looks or your “bite” (the way your teeth meet), making cleaning difficult. If the appearance or working of your teeth makes you unhappy then maybe orthodontal treatment is the solution.

Is it important to fix these problems?

It is important to fix problem teeth to keep them and your gums healthy. Teeth that are crooked or overlapping are hard to clean and dirty teeth promote tooth decay and gum disease.

Getting one’s teeth straightened can improve self-confidence, speech, dental hygiene, digestion and looks.

Teeth that are positioned incorrectly can cause problems in the jaw joint. They can make it difficult to chew certain food and cause premature wearing of the teeth. They can even cause muscular strain and pain. Orthodontics can balance the bite and reduce other dental problems.

Who can benefit from orthodontal treatment?

Children, teenagers and adults can all receive orthodontal treatment. The choice of what type can only be determined after a thorough orthodontal evaluation.

What type of orthodontal treatment and techniques do we use?

DAMON system

The DAMON system is one of the treatments of choice. Its results are extraordinary, the time it takes to align the teeth is short (on average 24 months), it’s comfortable, produces a lifelong smile of beauty, requires relatively few appointments and is easy to look after.

Invisible

Transparent teeth aligners are an excellent alternative to traditional braces. Simple, discreet and comfortable, transparent aligners are almost invisible and are custom-made from impressions taken of a patient’s mouth. Coquille évolutive

If you are interested in orthodontal treatment ask your dentist the following questions.

Does it always work?

When all the steps are respected, there is no reason for the treatment not to work. Beforehand, a complete orthodontal evaluation should be carried out to determine the best choice for your
situation. Once the procedure is complete, you will be advised on how to keep your orthodontics clean and in good order.

How long will it take?

The exact time will depend on the results of the orthodontal evaluation and therefore vary from person to person. On average, orthodontics take about 24 months.

How are teeth with orthodontics cleaned?

It is very important to keep your teeth clean while they are undergoing orthodontal treatment. When you eat, food can get caught between your teeth and in the orthodontics and if ignored can cause tooth decay and decalcification of the tooth enamel (causing permanent white spots on the teeth). Using a tooth brush (either manual or electric) and floss is essential for removing food particles and bacteria. It is equally important not to bite down on hard food (nuts, ice, etc. . .) and hard candy and gum. These can break the orthodontics and extend the treatment period.
With healthy teeth and gums, you can make the most of your beautiful smile your entire life!

How much do they cost?

The cost varies depending on the treatment.
Our clinic offers several payment possibilities as well as financing.
Some insurance plans will provide a lump-sum payment toward orthodontal treatment. Just ask your insurance company.