Fun Facts About Braces

We all know that braces can give us the smile we desire, but we also know that wearing braces isn’t the most enjoyable thing we could do.  While you may not be a big fan of braces for whatever reason, they do allow you to smile confidently once treatment is over.  Also, they have a pretty interesting history.  Let’s take a look at some of the best facts about braces.

Smile Like an Egyptian 

How long have braces been in use?  A rudimentary type of braces was used by ancient Egyptians.  So next time you see a photo of the great pyramids—or even better, visit them in person—remember that when they were being built, braces were already being worn.

Bonjour, Braces 

The first modern braces were created in France back in 1728.  The inventor of these braces was a dentist named Pierre Fauchard, who has since come to be known as the father of modern dentistry.  His braces used gold wires and thread.  Luckily, we have greatly improved on his design.

50s Style 

The braces we offer now are more similar to the braces of the 1950s and 1960s than they are those of 1728.  It was 1959 when nickel titanium became the material of choice for braces, allowing orthodontists to create brackets and more comfortable wires, resulting in the look we all associate with braces.

Modern Marvels

Now braces are made from all sorts of materials, from gold to ceramic to stainless steel.  We even have clear aligners which function like braces.  Because of this, treatment is faster, more comfortable, and more stylish than ever before.

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Braces Treatment in Santa Cara and Palmdale

Everyone wants their smile to be known as their best feature, and the team at Snow Orthodontics works hard to make that happen.  In addition to making your smile more attractive, we also make it healthier, improving your overall quality of life.  In general, we accomplish this by using braces.

We are all well aware that braces exist and what they do, but most people do not realize that there are many options when it comes to braces.  We have traditional metal braces, Damon braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces, and even clear aligners that function like braces.  Because of this, it is easy to get a customized form of treatment that works well for you.

And this also means that if you don’t like the look of braces, you can still get the smile you desire.  Modern braces options are more aesthetic than those of the past, which tends to make people feel more comfortable with straightening their smile.  If this is your biggest concern when it comes to braces treatment, do not worry.  We will find an option that will make you feel great about how you look while in treatment and when you are done.

It is important that no matter what your concerns are, you do not put off getting braces treatment.  Problems corrected by braces can be unsightly, painful, and even lead to gum disease and tooth decay.  It is much better to seek out the treatment that works best for you.

For the right orthodontic treatment with braces in Santa Cara and Palmdale, turn to Snow Orthodontics.  We offer the best treatment from the most experienced team in the area.  We can turn your dream smile into a reality.

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Invisalign Treatment in Agoura Hills and Valencia

Have you ever felt like smiling but held yourself back because you felt bad about the way your smile looked?  This is a common theme with the patients we treat, and if it rings true for you, it is important that you make a change.

Now, you might be thinking that you will smile even less with a mouth full of braces.  While we personally like the look of braces, we also know that they do not work for everyone. Because of this, we offer modern solutions that are more aesthetic, more comfortable, and make it easier to eat and care for your teeth.

One of these modern solutions is Invisalign treatment.  Invisalign doesn’t use metal wires and brackets.  Instead, it uses clear aligners made from medical-grade plastic.  These aligners are generated using 3-D imaging and are made just for you.

In many cases, Invisalign is more effective than traditional metal braces because the computer program that generates the aligners ensures that each aligner changes the pressure in the best possible way to move your teeth quickly and accurately.  Because of this, treatment often ends sooner than it does with braces.

Invisalign aligners are designed to fit like a glove against your teeth, which means there is no gap.  Because of this, they are invisible to those around you.  This solves the biggest concern people have when it comes to braces treatment, which is that it is unsightly.  However, it also solves other problems.  If you are worried about changing your diet to accommodate braces, Invisalign allows you to remove your aligners when eating.  Concerned about brushing and flossing with braces?  Once again, with Invisalign, you can remove the aligners while you get the job done.  They are also significantly more comfortable as there are no pieces to poke or irritate the soft tissues of the mouth.

Snow Orthodontics, with branches in Valencia and Agoura Hills, offers the area the very best in Invisalign treatment.  We begin by discussing the treatment with you, then take digital scans of your teeth to create the aligners.  Once they are ready, we check their quality and their fit and send you home with them.  You see us every six weeks to check the progress and give you the next set of aligners.   In about 15 months, treatment will be complete.

Want to learn more?  We are here to answer your questions.  For more about Invisalign in Agoura Hills and Valencia, visit our website.