What dental work is needed before braces?

Before getting braces, you’ll need to have a teeth cleaning and have all other dental work completed. This may include having wisdom teeth removed so they don’t interfere with the orthodontic treatment. You’ll need to adjust your diet.

Should I straighten my teeth before implant?

In some cases, straightening can be started with space kept open for a future implant. Either way, braces should be fitted before dental implants are placed if possible as dental implants will be fixed in place and unable to move like real teeth.

Do dental implants fall under orthodontics?

But which should come first, braces or dental implants? In most cases, it is best to undergo orthodontic treatment before getting dental implants. This is because dental implants are permanently implanted into the jawbone, which means they cannot be moved once placed.

Will I get braces on my first appointment?

No, braces are not put on during the first appointment with your orthodontist. There are a few steps taken during initial appointments before your braces are actually applied. These steps are as follows: Visit your dentist or orthodontist for a free consultation.

What to expect when you first get braces?

The placement of braces will not be painful in the slightest. In the first few hours after the braces are placed it may take longer to eat meals, but this is largely because it takes some time to adjust to wearing the braces and to learn to chew with them. In some cases, the teeth may feel more sensitive than usual.

What to do while waiting for dental implants?

There are several options available for this. You can go with a dental flipper, which is kind of like a temporary denture that has a false tooth attached to it. Another option is a retainer to cover all of your teeth that will hide the gap.

Do I need braces or implants first?

If there’s already space available for a dental restoration, braces can hold that area open so surrounding teeth don’t move into it. If you need both orthodontics and dental implants then it is usually recommended to have braces fitted first.

Should I get a dental implant before or after orthodontic treatment?

For many patients, orthodontic treatment may be needed to create enough space for the new tooth and to move the roots of the neighboring teeth into the correct positions. However, it may sometimes make more sense to place the dental implant before orthodontic treatment begins.

Why do I need to move my teeth before getting implants?

Typically, you will want to move the teeth into position before having an implant placed so that the implant can be put in an ideal position when the teeth are also in an ideal position.

How is the position of a dental implant determined?

The implant positioning is determined by the position of the adjacent teeth for the ideal aesthetic result. Depending on the amount of orthodontic movement required, the final position might be different before and after the braces. Helpful1personfound this helpful Valentina Lyssova, DDS