Orthodontic
Orthodontic Treatment
in Prosper, TX
At Prosper Trail Orthodontics, we’re proud to help our patients achieve gorgeous new smiles through convenient, personalized orthodontic care. As a leading orthodontic practice serving Prosper, TX, we strive to customize treatment to suit the unique needs of each one of our patients. We’re proud to offer a wide range of treatments for our patients – and we can customize treatment even further through the use of a range of orthodontic appliances.
Elastics
Elastics are a vital part of treatment for many patients, as they’re one of the principal methods we can use to shift the alignment of the jaws. We might use elastics to accomplish the following things in treatment:
- Move the lower jaw forward to correct underbite
- Move the lower jaw backwards to correct overbite
- Shift jaw alignment to fix crossbite
- Pull two teeth closer together to fix spacing issues
Most of the time, elastics will need to be worn at all times except while eating and brushing teeth, and you should change your elastics at least once per day. The most important thing to remember with elastics is that it’s vital to wear them as directed. Even missing just one day can set back your treatment and compromise the process!
Clear Aligners
Clear aligners are the alternative to braces, using clear overlay templates – called aligners – to shift a patient’s teeth instead of metal wires and brackets. These aligners are generated by advanced computer technology in order to gradually and precisely move the teeth. While it’s not suitable for more complex orthodontic problems like braces are, clear aligners offer a discreet treatment process, extra comfort, and the ability to take the aligners out when needed. Ask us if clear aligners are right for you.
Damon™ Braces
Although Damon™ Braces are made from the same materials as traditional braces, the Damon ™ system is self-ligating and gently tightens over time using a state-of-the-art sliding mechanism. This means less discomfort and friction on the teeth, no need for elastic bands, and fewer office visits for manual tightening. This patented technology combines the effectiveness of traditional orthodontics with the latest techniques, delivering a fuller, broader smile. Dr. McNeal and Prosper Trail Orthodontics are one of the few practices in DFW to offer Damon™ Braces. Call us to learn more!
Retainers
No matter what orthodontic treatment method you receive, retention will likely play a role. The retention phase is critical to cementing the changes we make and helping your smile last a lifetime. Retention is necessary because while your teeth will be in new positions at the end of treatment, the tissues supporting them have yet to adapt to those positions. Without a retainer, the underlying tissues will pull your teeth back to their old positions, erasing your hard work! With proper wear, your retainers will help ensure that your new smile lasts you a lifetime.
Spacers
Spacers are small, simple elastic devices that we place between teeth to help move them apart and make room for bands. Spacers don’t require much in terms of patient compliance, but they can fall out on their own in some cases. If a spacer falls out, try slipping some dental floss between the teeth to check if it needs to be replaced. If the dental floss slides easily between the teeth, the spacer has done its job – but if the dental floss gets stuck, there isn’t enough room and we’ll need to replace the spacer before placing bands.
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Orthodontic appliances like these help us enhance your orthodontic treatment, providing the precision, personalized care necessary to achieve a gorgeous new smile. If you’re interested in learning more about how orthodontic treatment can help you, we’d be thrilled to speak with you. Contact us today to ask any questions you have or to schedule a consultation for treatment. We can’t wait to hear from you!