Jacaranda Orthodontics

Guess What? Now You Have More Options Than Just the Traditional Metal Braces

There are many types of braces, all of which aim to give you a healthy, straight smile. Explore the most common orthodontic options to help determine which style of braces will provide the best results for you:

• Traditional Metal Braces: Advancements in technology have made metal braces far more comfortable and effective for patients. Computer-corrections allow metal braces to achieve a custom fit that perfectly meets the dimensions of the patient’s jaw. Likewise, the shape and size of metal braces have been redesigned in recent years to limit irritation to the gums. Metal braces are versatile, addressing serious corrections that can’t be fixed with the use of clear aligners. Also, metal braces are more likely to be fully covered by dental insurance plans than other forms of orthodontic correction.
   
• Invisalign Aligners: This innovative orthodontic solution is a great option for patients in need of minor to moderate correction. Invisalign patients utilize of a set of aligners to gradually adjust their teeth to a better position. These aligners are created using measurements of the patient’s jaw and a 3D modeling program. Most patients prefer Invisalign over traditional metal braces because of the product’s translucent design. Aligners are easily removed and replaced. In fact, users are encouraged to do so prior to meals and brushing. Patients can work with the dental experts at Jacaranda Orthodontics to determine if their case is appropriate for Invisalign.
   
• Subtle Lingual Braces: Not all metal applications require the presence of visible metallic. The lingual brace approach equips corrective frames behind teeth. This option combines the reliability of traditional metal braces with the aesthetic advantages of other corrective methods.  Like traditional and Invisalign solutions, lingual braces are produced from exact measurements of the patient’s mouth and jaw.

Groundbreaking orthodontic technology allows children and adults the options they need to achieve a beautiful, straight smile. Call Jacaranda Orthodontics at (954) 607-3319 to consult our staff and determine which solution is right for you.

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Why Adults Should Consider Orthodontic Treatment

Braces offer many medical and social advantages you may not have considered. Join the ranks of adults who have learned that it’s never too late to perfect your smile.

• Lifelong Correction: The boost to self-confidence that comes with a healthy smile is immeasurable. Smiling is one of the most important aspects of human communication. Braces offer adults who are self-consciousness of their smile a permanent solution. In some cases, less than a year’s worth of treatment is enough to achieve a straighter, more beautiful smile. A beautiful smile goes a long way in helping patients interact more confidently in the world. In fact, many adults have already tapped into the benefits associated with a straighter, more stunning smile: A recent Los Angeles Times article has shown that over 1 million adults in the U.S. have chosen orthodontic correction.
  
  
• Multiple Health Benefits: The advantages of adult braces aren’t limited to aesthetics. A large number of patients who opt for braces choose to do so for health reasons. Imperfections in the jaw and teeth can lead to chewing difficulties, teeth grinding habits, sleeping problems, and speech impediments. Correcting these issues with braces can remove these symptoms for life. A serious off bite also contributes to excessive enamel wear. This condition leaves teeth more vulnerable to gum disease and decay. Compare the cost of drawn out dental surgery against pro-active orthodontic solutions when considering the value of braces.
  
  
• Discreet Materials for Braces: Recent advances in braces technology have made orthodontic correction methods more discreet. Clear aligners, such as those used by the Invisalign system, provide barely noticeable solutions for minimal corrections. Clear and Teflon-coated products are also used to provide serious corrective results with a nearly invisible support system.

Contact Jacaranda Orthodontics today to learn more about your options for adult braces. Call (954) 607-3319 to ask our staff questions about Invisalign and other corrective solutions.

Join Us on Sunday as We Fight Against Chilhood Cancers!

Come join us this Sunday, Febrary 12 as the 5th annual I Care, I Cure... I Run!  This 5k run or walk supports the I Care I Cure Childhood Cancer Foundation as we continue the fight against cancer.  To register, go to the I Care, I Cure website and sign up for our team "Jacaranda Speedy Molars!"  For more information, check out the graphic below, or contact Jacaranda Orthodontics at (954) 607-3319!

Why is Fluoride Important?

One of the most important aspects of your dental care is rinsing with fluoride. Although this act is commonly overlooked, it can save you from countless cavities. Discover why fluoride is so important for your dental care regimen:

Builds Plaque Resistance

Fluoride’s main purpose is to fight plaque by combining with the materials of your teeth to build your tooth’s resistance to decay. The fluoride surrounding your teeth fights against the dissolving of plaque’s bacteria and restores the minerals in your teeth to prevent future cavities. Your dentist may recommend that you increase your fluoride use if there are already signs of your teeth decaying.

Strengthens Teeth

Routine use of fluoride will begin strengthening your teeth. Over time, each of your teeth loses important minerals to its enamel, which becomes worn down from attacks by the bacteria found in plaque. Food and water restore important minerals, such as calcium, fluoride, and phosphate to strengthen your teeth against future plaque attacks.

Promotes Child Growth

Fluoride is an essential mineral in the growth of children. As children’s teeth develop, fluoride is vital for the growth of strong, healthy, adult teeth. Between six-months and sixteen years old, your child should have a strict fluoride regimen. Children are the most vulnerable to tooth decay and cavities; therefore, fluoride is important to your child’s immediate and future dental health.

Prevents Oral Diseases

In addition to fighting against plaque, fluoride protects against several other kinds of dental diseases. Dry mouth is one condition that leads to tooth decay. Gum disease also leaves your mouth more vulnerable to plaque and cavities. To strengthen your teeth against the risks of cavities, consult your dentist about increasing your fluoride treatments.

If you want to learn more about orthodontic treatment and increasing fluoride use while wearing braces, then consult the experts at Jacaranda Orthodontics, pediatric dentists serving Plantation and Pembroke Pines. Call us today at (954) 607-3319.