{"id":35,"date":"2018-06-30T07:55:43","date_gmt":"2018-06-30T07:55:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/?p=35"},"modified":"2018-07-08T07:57:21","modified_gmt":"2018-07-08T07:57:21","slug":"braces-irving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/braces-irving\/","title":{"rendered":"Need Braces in Irving? Here\u2019s What to Expect at a Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-36\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/AdobeStock_114596082-300x200.jpeg\" alt=\"man smiling in the dental chair\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/AdobeStock_114596082-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/AdobeStock_114596082-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/AdobeStock_114596082.jpeg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>No matter your age, getting braces is a great way to improve the form and function of your smile. Traditional braces, Invisalign clear aligners, and other options can straighten out the alignment of your bite and help you grin with full confidence in just over a year or two.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To begin the process with braces in Irving, you will need to schedule a consultation with your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/orthodontics.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">orthodontist<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">. This visit a great time for you both to get to know each other and for you to understand what your treatment plan will entail. Keep reading to learn more about this consultation, including why it is important and what you can expect! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Initial Evaluation<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Success in orthodontics requires a solid plan, and the consultation is the planning phase for your orthodontic treatment. Your orthodontist will evaluate your bite and identify problem areas which need to be targeted with braces. You will both discuss your goals with braces and determine which option is best for you. For busy adults, the answer may be Invisalign in Irving, which is clear aligners that you can remove for big occasions. Teenagers are often better served by fixed metal braces. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some common orthodontic issues include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Gapped teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Crowded teeth<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Overbite, when the upper teeth reach too far over the bottom<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Underbite, when the bottom teeth cover the top<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Open bite, when the upper and lower jaw do not meet <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Crossbite, when the upper and lower jaw meet improperly<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">X-rays and impressions, or molds, of your teeth will also be made during this appointment. This allows your orthodontist to see how the upper and lower jaw fit together, and they may also use it to explain how your treatment plan will work. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What to Ask<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You should enter your orthodontic consultation with a game plan to ensure that you get all the information that you need to make an informed decision. Whether you are looking for braces for yourself or are visiting with your child or teen, doing a little prep work beforehand will help you feel like you know just what to expect with the orthodontic option you have chosen. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Some questions that you may want to ask your orthodontist during a consultation include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What are my primary orthodontic issues? How are these best treated?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What is the estimated time of treatment?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How much will fixed braces cost? What about Invisalign?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What are the pros and cons of each treatment as related to my specific case?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">How long will I have to wear a retainer after the treatment is complete?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">What is your experience in treating cases like mine? Do you have any photos of similar cases to share with me?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Asking these questions can help you make informed decisions regarding your orthodontic treatment. Whatever is the right option for you, you can feel good knowing you are making an excellent investment in your oral and overall health when you get braces! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Meet the Practice<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Daily Smiles Dental team offers comprehensive dentistry services, including orthodontics, for patients in and around Irving, TX. To learn more about traditional braces, Invisalign, or to schedule a consultation for you or your child, you are invited to <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/contact.html\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">contact the office at <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">972-546-4114<\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">.<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No matter your age, getting braces is a great way to improve the form and function of your smile. 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