Orthodontics Morgan Hill
Straighten Your Smile & Boost Your Dental Health
Not everyone is born with perfectly-straight teeth, or a properly-aligned bite – but luckily, these issues can be easily remedied with a little help from orthodontics. Our in-house orthodontist, Dr. Stephanie Del Carmen, and our talented team offer numerous solutions capable of addressing various degrees of malocclusion and ensuring optimal future oral health. To learn more about the orthodontic services that we offer here at Morgan Hill Dental Care, give our office a call today!
Why Choose Morgan Hill Dental Care for Orthodontics?
- Traditional Braces and Clear Aligners Available
- Specialty Care with Our On-Staff Orthodontist
- Insurance Accepted and Flexible Financing Available
Traditional Braces
Pretty much everyone has met someone at some point in their lifetime who had braces on their teeth. This iconic, tried-and-true solution has assisted countless generations of patients with all sorts of orthodontic issues, particularly those with complex cases that clear aligners might not be able to address. Braces consist of metal brackets that are bonded to the surfaces of the teeth, joined together by an archwire that runs through each of them. Over time, they apply pressure to teeth and realign them across the periodontal ligament, a special tendon that connects your teeth to the rest of your jaw.
Invisalign Clear Aligners
Invisalign has taken the world of orthodontics by storm in recent years, and more patients than ever before are turning toward these nifty clear aligners to achieve straighter, healthier smiles. Made of a special, durable type of plastic that’s also almost entirely transparent, the aligners are worn over the teeth and apply gradual, focused pressure to them over time, encouraging them to move into healthier positions. Often considered as a convenient alternative to traditional braces, these clear aligners are capable of delivering absolutely life-changing results!
The Benefits of Early Orthodontic Treatment
- May prevent more serious problems from developing
- Lowers the risk of injury to protruded teeth
- Reduces treatment timeline and severity of future issues
- Minimizes need for future jaw surgery
- Minimizes removal of permanent teeth
- Guides jaw growth in a favorable direction
- Guides the permanent teeth into favorable positions
- Improves the smile’s appearance
- Corrects harmful oral habits (i.e. thumb or finger sucking, tongue thrusting, and mouth breathing)
The Benefits of Adult Orthodontic Treatment
- Prevents or improves periodontal problems (i.e. gum disease)
- Prevents or reduces bone loss around teeth (i.e. loss of supporting structure)
- Improves the ability to restore missing teeth
- Improves oral health and function of teeth
- Improves cleanability around teeth to avoid dental problems and stain
- Improves esthetics for a great smile and better facial appearance
- Improves self-confidence and self-esteem