There is no surprise that braces is one of the greatest patient demands these days. Everybody wants straighter teeth, and a more beautiful smile. Braces can fix your crowded teeth, crooked teeth, gapped teeth, overbite, underbite, or any other problems of how your teeth are arranged. Here, we attempt to explain all you need to know about braces, and who is the best provider of braces Forest Hill ON has to offer.

What are braces?

Braces (also known as orthodontics) is the art and science of teeth arrangement. They are systems used to move your teeth from one position to another, ultimately correcting problems of their arrangement, and giving you a straight and awesome smile.

Who needs braces Forest Hill ON residents ask?

If you suffer from any of the following, a visit to an orthodontist may be what you need:

  1. Crowding:

    Crowding means your jaw is too small for your teeth. As a result, your teeth end up rotated or completely out of position (either outward, inward or upward). The whole situation looks like your teeth are fighting for their spot, hence the name “crowding”.

  2. Spacing:

    The opposite of crowding. Spacing means your jaw is too big for your teeth. The teeth end up being far apart from each other, or what is commonly known as “gapped teeth”. The gap is usually between the 2 front teeth, but they can be widespread as well.

  3. Overbite:

    Normally, your upper front teeth should cover about 1/3 to ½ of your lower teeth when you bite down. Overbite means they cover more than that. In some cases, the upper teeth may completely obscure the lower teeth, or even contact the lwer gums and lips causing their injury.

  4. Underbite:

    The opposite of overbite. In this situation, the upper teeth are far away from the lower teeth, creating what is known as an open bite.

  5. Jaw size mismatch:

    These are usually the most difficult cases. The problem lies not in the teeth, but in the base of bone themselves. Your upper jaw may be too big, your lower jaw too small, or a combination of both, and vice versa. These cases usually take a long period of treatment, and may require surgery if they are more severe.

What are the types of braces available?

  • Traditional (metallic braces):

    The oldest trick in the book, but it still works. A system of brackets, wires and colorful elastics to move the teeth through a pulling movement.

  • Clear braces:

    The same as metal braces, only better looking. The brackets are clear ceramic, the wire is coated with a white covering, and the elastics are white or transparent.

  • Lingual braces:

    A new technology, but one that is receiving great attention these days. The braces are attached to the inner surface of the teeth, making them invisible to anyone who looks your way.

  • Invisalign:

    Perhaps the best option, especially for adults. Invisalign uses plastic transparent molds called aligners to apply pressure to the teeth and move them where you need.

Who is the best provider of braces Forest Hill ON has to offer?

You can always count on Forest Hill Village orthodontics, led by Dr. Hirsch and his wonderful team. We are just around the corner at 740 Eglinton Ave W, #202, Toronto, ON M5N 1C4. Give us a call on 416-789-1231 to schedule your consultation.