Orthodontics at Cochituate Smile Center is a specialized branch of dentistry dedicated to correcting the alignment of your teeth and jaws to improve your smile's aesthetics, function, and long-term oral health. Our experienced orthodontists offer a range of treatments tailored to patients of all ages, from children and teenagers to adults. By addressing issues such as crooked or crowded teeth, gaps, overbites, underbites, and crossbites, we aim to create a harmonious and properly functioning bite that enhances your confidence and makes maintaining good oral hygiene easier.
At Cochituate Smile Center, our orthodontist is committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate care throughout your treatment journey. We utilize the latest technologies and techniques to ensure efficient and effective tooth movement. Our goal is to help you achieve a straighter, healthier, and more confident smile that lasts a lifetime. We encourage you to schedule a consultation to explore the orthodontic options that are right for you or your child.
Orthodontic Treatment for Children, Teenagers, and Adults
At Cochituate Smile Center, we believe it's never too early or too late to achieve a straighter, healthier smile through orthodontic treatment. We offer tailored orthodontic solutions for patients of all ages – children, teenagers, and adults – recognizing that each stage of life presents unique needs and opportunities for improving dental alignment.
- Orthodontic Treatment for Children: Early orthodontic intervention, often referred to as Phase 1 treatment, can be highly beneficial for children, typically starting between the ages of 7 and 10. At this stage, while not all permanent teeth have erupted, we can identify and address developing issues such as crossbites, severe crowding, or jaw discrepancies. Early treatment can guide jaw growth, create space for erupting permanent teeth, reduce the risk of future impactions, and potentially shorten the overall duration of comprehensive orthodontic treatment later on. We utilize appliances like palatal expanders, space maintainers, and sometimes limited braces to achieve these early goals, focusing on creating a healthy foundation for their developing smile.
- Orthodontic Treatment for Teenagers: Adolescence is a common time for comprehensive orthodontic treatment as most, if not all, permanent teeth have erupted. Teenagers often benefit from the wide range of orthodontic options available, including traditional metal braces, clear braces, and Invisalign Teen®. We understand the aesthetic concerns of teenagers and offer more discreet options to fit their lifestyles. Orthodontic treatment during the teenage years focuses on achieving ideal alignment of all permanent teeth, correcting bite issues, and creating a confident, aesthetically pleasing smile that can positively impact their self-esteem.
- Orthodontic Treatment for Adults: More and more adults are realizing the significant benefits of orthodontic treatment. Whether you missed out on treatment as a child or are now seeking to correct new alignment issues, it's never too late to improve your smile and oral health. We offer a variety of discreet treatment options specifically tailored to the needs and preferences of adults, including clear braces and Invisalign®. Adult orthodontics not only enhances the appearance of your smile but can also improve bite function, make teeth easier to clean, and contribute to long-term dental health. We understand the importance of aesthetics and convenience for our adult patients and will work with you to find the most suitable and comfortable treatment plan to achieve your goals.
Regardless of age, our experienced orthodontists at Cochituate Smile Center are committed to providing personalized and comprehensive orthodontic care. We utilize the latest technologies and treatment techniques to ensure efficient, comfortable, and effective tooth movement, resulting in a beautiful, healthy, and functional smile that lasts a lifetime. We encourage you to schedule a consultation to learn more about how orthodontic treatment can benefit you or your child.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Seeking a straighter smile without the visibility of traditional braces? Cochituate Smile Center offers Invisalign, a discreet and comfortable orthodontic solution using custom-made, virtually invisible aligners. The process begins with a comprehensive consultation involving digital scans or impressions to create a detailed 3D treatment plan. This plan maps out the precise movement of your teeth, and a series of clear, BPA-free aligners are fabricated to guide them step by step. You'll wear each set for about one to two weeks, removing them only for eating and oral hygiene. As you progress through the series, your teeth will gradually shift into their desired positions over a treatment period typically ranging from several months to a couple of years, depending on your individual needs.
Invisalign offers numerous benefits, including its virtually invisible appearance, comfortable fit, and removability for unrestricted eating and easy oral hygiene. The treatment is customized to your unique smile, providing predictable results that you can even preview with the 3D digital plan. While regular check-ups are necessary, Invisalign often requires fewer visits to our office than traditional braces. It's a versatile option that is effective for various orthodontic issues like crowding, spacing, and bite problems. At Cochituate Smile Center, our team will evaluate your smile to determine if Invisalign is right for you, explaining the process and helping you take the first step towards a straighter, healthier, and more confident smile.
Traditional Braces
Traditional braces at Cochituate Smile Center are a reliable and effective orthodontic treatment for correcting a wide range of tooth alignment issues. These braces consist of high-quality metal brackets that are bonded to the front of your teeth and connected by thin, flexible wires. Our skilled orthodontist will carefully adjust these wires periodically to gently guide your teeth into their correct positions over time. While they are more noticeable than clear aligners, modern metal braces are smaller and more comfortable than ever before. They remain a strong and predictable option for achieving significant improvements in your smile's alignment and overall dental health.
Damon Ultima
Damon Ultima represents the latest advancement in self-ligating braces technology, available at Cochituate Smile Center for efficient and comfortable orthodontic treatment. Unlike traditional braces that use elastic ties to hold the wires, Damon Ultima features a passive slide mechanism. This design minimizes friction, allowing your teeth to move more freely and often resulting in faster treatment times and fewer adjustment appointments. The brackets themselves are also smaller and more streamlined, offering improved aesthetics and easier cleaning compared to conventional braces. Experience a modern approach to achieving a beautifully aligned smile with the benefits of Damon Ultima self-ligating braces.
InBrace (Lingual Braces)
Looking for a truly invisible pathway to a straighter smile? InBrace offers a revolutionary orthodontic solution with lingual braces, discreetly placed on the back (tongue side) of your teeth, rendering them completely hidden from view. This innovative technology utilizes custom-designed, intelligent wires that are programmed to gently and efficiently guide your teeth into their ideal alignment. Because these braces are positioned on the lingual surface, you can undergo orthodontic treatment with complete confidence, knowing that no one will know you're wearing braces unless you choose to tell them. InBrace provides a highly discreet and effective option for achieving a beautiful, confident smile without compromising your professional or personal appearance during the entire course of treatment.
Learn More at Your Orthodontic Consult
At Cochituate Smile Center, we're passionate about crafting healthy, beautiful smiles that last a lifetime. Our dedicated orthodontic team is here to guide you through every step of your smile transformation, using advanced techniques and personalized care to achieve your smile goals. Schedule your orthodontic consultation today to learn more about how braces or clear aligners can transform your smile and your confidence!
