Frequently Asked Questions About Braces (Videos)
Can I Get an Implant With Braces?
The answer is yes, you can. Some patients that come to us are missing teeth or have lost some teeth with space in their mouths. Sometimes with braces
How Can I Brush My Teeth With Braces?
The most important thing aspect to keep in mind when brushing with braces is to spend enough time doing it — a minimum of 2 minutes two to three time
Can I Have Braces While Pregnant?
The answer is yes, it’s ok. However, there are a few things to watch out for. While pregnant, your gums can get even more inflamed than usual due
Why Do I Need Retainers After Braces?
Yes, you need to wear retainers after removing braces. Without retainers, your teeth will start moving back to an incorrect position. v
Can You Wear Braces with Crowns?
Some patients come into the Diamond Braces office wanting orthodontic care but are worried about whether braces work with their dental crowns. Diamon
Can Braces Cause Bad Breath?
Nobody likes bad breath, but are your braces to blame? Not exactly.
How Visible Are Ceramic Braces?
Ceramic braces are a less conspicuous treatment option when compared to metal braces. You can see metal braces on teeth just as you can see on the mo
Can I Wear Retainers Instead of Braces?
The answer is YES and NO. In instances of very minor tooth movement, retainers can be worn to close small gaps. However, in cases where
Discomfort During Invisalign Therapy: What You Need to Know
Considering Invisalign treatment? You may have some questions! Luckily, Diamond Braces has answers. Here, Diamond Braces dental hygienist Kimberly an
Do Invisalign aligners impact one's speech?
Since Invisalign aligners do not in any way cover the roof of your mouth or your tongue, it will not affect speaking to any noticeable degree.
Does Invisalign Treatment Come with a Retainer?
Yes, Invisalign treatment does indeed come with retainers. All types of braces require retainers due to the fact that teeth have ̶
How long Is The Recommended Duration For Wearing a Retainer?
Optimally, you will wear your retainers for the rest of your life. The job of the retainer is to keep your teeth in a proper position.
How do I Know if I Qualify for Invisalign Express?
Invisalign Express is a ten-tray version of the standard Invisalign treatment. However, this is not the recommended route to take unless you have a v
How do Invisalign Therapy Payments Work?
The price of Invisalign treatment is partially dependent on where you live. For example, if there is a doctor who offers Invisalign treatment in New
How Effective is Invisalign Treatment?
Invisalign treatment is as effective as the experience of the doctor you decide to visit. Your compliance also has a large influence on the outcome o
How Are Invisalign Aligners Made?
After your consultation, the doctor will take digital impressions of your teeth, which will then be sent to the Invisalign lab. Afterward, the doctor
How Many Hours Should I Wear Invisalign Aligners?
Invisalign aligners should be worn for about 22 hours a day. The only times that you should not be wearing your aligners are when you are either eati
How Visible Are Ceramic Braces?
Ceramic braces are a less conspicuous treatment option when compared to metal braces. You can see metal braces on teeth just as you can see on the mo
Is Clear Correct the Same as Invisalign Treatment?
The answer is yes and no, While the two are very similar, Invisalign gives you a much larger degree of control over the movement of the teeth than Cl
How Invisalign Treatment Changed my Life
Invisalign treatment can be a powerful tool for almost anyone and sometimes the confidence boost that a perfect set of teeth gives you can indeed be
What To Do If Your Invisalign Aligners Don’t Fit
Sometimes, when putting on a new Invisalign aligner, you may find it isn’t fitting properly. Luckily, there are various solutions you can use at home to adjust the fit of your aligners.
Is It Safe To Use Mouthwash With Braces?
The short answer – of course! Mouthwash is recommended as part of your regular oral healthcare routine. In this video, Dr. Jason Berk answers some common questions about using mouthwash during braces treatment.
What Role Do Invisalign Attachments Play?
Invisalign attachments are a pivotal part of your treatment. They are like handles your orthodontist uses to close spaces and shift teeth in different directions. They can be placed anywhere on your teeth — basically wherever the orthodontist needs them..
Why Do I Need Retainers After Braces ?
Yes, you need to wear retainers after removing braces. Without retainers, your teeth will start moving back to an incorrect position.
What Can I Eat With The First Day Wearing Brace
It’s true braces limit your diet, but by following these tips, you’ll be able to get in and out of braces quickly. Remember to follow a proper diet in order to maximize the benefit of your treatment.
Invisalign Treatment Success Rate
First and foremost, you must remember that Invisalign aligners are simply a tool in the hands of an experienced orthodontist. In order to find a doctor with an appropriate amount of skill that could solve your problem, take a look on the Invisalign website and search by your zip code to find a provider near you.
What to Do If You Lose or Break an Invisalign Aligner
Did you lose an Invisalign clear aligner? It happens! Because aligners are removed during meals, this is a common time for them to get lost or damaged.
Can I Get MRI With Braces
This is a common question from patients with braces — is it safe to get an MRI with braces? It is, but depending on the area being imaged, the braces appliance can impact the clarity of the MRIs.
Can I Wear Invisalign Aligners in the Pool?
Is it a bad idea to wear your Invisalign aligners while swimming? In this video, Diamond Braces Chief Clinical Officer and orthodontist Dr. Oleg Drut explains whether it’s safe to wear Invisalign aligners in the pool or the ocean.
Can I Whiten My Teeth While Wearing Braces?
One of the most common questions people have for orthodontists is whether they can whiten their teeth while wearing braces. The answer is, yes and no. Confused? In this video, Diamond Braces orthodontist Dr. Jacy Papasikos explains!
Can Invisalign Treatment Expand the Dental Arch?
The answer is Yes and No. Invisalign treatment does not have a large amount of potential to expand the dental arch, only by 1 or 2 millimeters. However, it really depends on the amount of constriction.
Can Invisalign Aligners Extrude Teeth?
Invisalign aligners are not the best appliance to use for something like extrusion. In fact, braces are much better when it comes to extrusion, so in most cases, orthodontists will start with metal braces, then move on to Invisalign clear aligners after the extrusion has been completed.
Can Invisalign Treatment Fix High Canines?
Many people are unhappy with the position of their canines. This is a common dental misalignment issue — if the teeth are too crowded coming in, the canines may grow in too high, crowded out by other teeth
Can Invisalign Treatment Upright Molars?
The molar is a very broad and large tooth, and Invisalign aligners would have a difficult time making any movement that would not be considered slight.
Can My General Dentist Remove My Braces?
Legally, yes: your general dentist is capable and authorized to remove your braces. In this video, Diamond Braces orthodontist Dr. Arianna Papasikos explains why it’s preferable to see a licensed orthodontist for braces removal.
Can My Teeth Move Back After Braces?
When your braces come off, it means your teeth are in the correct positions! But can they move back?