Treatments · Orthodontic appliances
Some problems need an appliance before, or alongside, braces or aligners. Dr Amna uses one only when it is the right tool for the problem.
What it is
Orthodontic appliances are custom-made devices that widen a narrow jaw, create space for crowded teeth, or move the back teeth into a better position. Some are fixed to the teeth; others can be taken out.
They are used most often in growing children, when the jaws respond best, and sometimes in teens and adults as one part of a wider plan with braces or aligners.
Types
Dr Amna explains which option fits your teeth and your daily life at your assessment.
Widen a narrow upper jaw, most effectively while a child is still growing. A fixed expander is attached to the back teeth; a removable expansion plate can be taken out. A small screw in the middle is turned on a set schedule to widen the jaw gradually.
Fixed appliances inside the mouth that move the upper back teeth gently backwards, to create space for crowded front teeth. In some cases this can reduce the need to remove teeth. Nothing shows on the face.
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When it is used
Whether an appliance is needed, and which one, is decided only after Dr Amna has examined your child or you.
Steps
Every mouth is different. Whether this treatment suits you, how long it may take and the fee are confirmed only after an in-person assessment with Dr Amna.
Questions
Most children feel pressure in the teeth, nose or cheeks for a few minutes after each turn, and some notice a small gap appear between the front teeth. This is expected and usually settles quickly.
Dr Amna sees children from age 6. An early check does not mean early braces. Many children only need monitoring, and the visit tells you whether anything needs attention now, later, or not at all.
Most people feel pressure or mild soreness for a few days after braces are fitted, after an adjustment, or when they start a new set of aligners. It is usually manageable and settles as the teeth get used to it. Dr Amna will tell you what to expect and how to stay comfortable.
The fee depends on your case and the type of treatment, so it is given to you after your assessment rather than listed online. Ask the clinic about payment options, such as monthly instalments, when you book.
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