Orthodontics
Orthodontics – what is it?
Orthodontics – indications and contraindications
Indications
Contraindications
All patients with malocclusion in each plane are eligible for orthodontic treatment (overshot or undershot bite, wry mouth, crossbite, overbite, open bite, deep bite) and tooth defects (crowding, rotations, displacement, etc.). Orthodontists also deal with complex cases, e.g. patients with congenital malformations, with numerous orthodontic problems.
Specific indications for orthodontic and surgical treatment are teeth impacted in the bones (see: dental surgery). An orthodontist can also cooperate with a periodontologist, mainly in treatment of crowding, which often causes poor hygiene and periodontal disease.
Orthodontic treatment for children usually begins shortly before entering puberty peak to use bone growth for rapid tooth movement. Earlier treatment usually does not bring significant effects. Exceptions are complex defects, for which individualized multi-disciplinary care is indicated. An important, though relative, contraindication to the installation of the apparatus is incorrect oral hygiene, because the orthodontic braces predispose to accumulate plaque, which may cause caries and gingivitis. Orthodontic treatment is also contraindicated in the presence of unstable periodontitis, especially when the teeth supposed to be moved forward. In extreme cases, this may result in significant exposure of teeth necks (recessions) and even falling out of teeth.
Orthodontics – types of treatments
Orthodontic treatment is based on removable (mainly for children) or permanent orthodontic appliances. In our clinic, the implementation of removable orthodontic apparatuses is significantly accelerated thanks to the neighbouring prosthetic laboratory. It allows the orthodontist and dental technician to work actively at all stages of treatment. Fixed braces are made using metal or ceramic locks. We also use self-ligaturing lock systems (eg Damon), which improve aesthetics, allow easy cleaning and speeds up the treatment process. A novelty in our clinic is the 3D Smile technique, a method of teeth alignment with the use of transparent invisible splints produced with the help of a computer program, without the need to attach lock
Orthodontics – the course of the procedure
Before starting the treatment, the orthodontist collects patient’s extra oral and intraoral photos and takes impressions and cephalometric photo. Based on the collected documentation and models, he prepares a treatment plan that must be approved by the patient. Next, the doctor establishes a suitable orthodontic apparatus and provides the patient with recommendations about proper hygiene or possible activation of braces at home. At subsequent visits, we control the treatment process.
With the 3D Smile method, the patient receives overlay which he carries until the next follow-up visit. Usually, the treatment requires a dozen or so overlays to achieve the perfect shape to the dental arches.
Orthodontics – frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Pricing
Porcelain crown on an alloy without nickel | 1300 PLN |
All-ceramic crown CEREC system | 2000 PLN |
Cabinet temporary crown | 150 PLN |
Temporary laboratory crown | 500 PLN |
Composite veneer | Starting at 750PLN |
All-ceramic veneer system CEREC | 2000 PLN |
Onlay /inlay – composite | 1000 PLN |
Onlay /inlay – full-ceramic CEREC system | 1500 PLN |
Complete acrylic denture (upper or lower) | 1500 PLN |
Flexible acron denture | 2000 PLN |
Frame prosthesis (top or bottom) | 2500 PLN |
Frame prosthesis with latches | 3500 PLN |
Removing the old crown, cutting the bridge | 100 PLN |
Cementing the crown/inlay | 150 PLN |
Partial acrylic denture up to 3 teeth | Starting at 700 PLN |
Partial acrylic denture up to 6 teeth | 700 PLN |
Denture relining | Starting at 450 PLN |
Denture repair | Starting at 450 PLN |
Supplementing several teeth in the denture | 300-600 PLN |
Strengthening the prosthesis | 250 PLN |
Provisional rail with missing teeth supplementation | 550 PLN |
Prosthetic work at non-standard time | +30% of the price |
Fiberglass insert 1 channel | 450 PLN |
Fiberglass insert 2 channel | 500 PLN |
Individual metal insert | 550 PLN |