Putting Braces On 2

In this clip the teeth are preped to recieve the braces. This invloves 4 steps. Placing a blue gel that conditions the teeth, rinsing it off then drying the teeth. A bonding soltion is painted on the the teeth and a blue light is used to set the bonding agent. Then the teeth are ready to have the braces placed.

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Education

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• Braces
• orthodontics
• orthodontist
• kids
• straight teeth
• teeth
• education
• Kids.dentistry
• dentist
• specialist

[Meep12252011]

I have 3 children that need braces bit I can only afford to pay for one child. What should I do?

[facesortho]

@Meep12252011 Take all your children for a consultation. The best age for an initial evaluation is between 7-8yrs. Then speak with the orthodontist about what treatment is required, when the best time to treat each child would be, haw they can arrange payment options. You may be surpised at what you can get done. Most orthodontists will offer a FREE initial evaluation.

Good Luck

Dr. B

[MsAriana21]

Dr. B, how long does it take to put braces on? I am getting some in a couple of weeks and I am kind of nervous. Will your mouth be sore afterwards?

[facesortho]

@MsAriana21 Putting the braces on unually takes 30min. we make the appointment longer to get your teeth prepared before and to go over instructions after. Right after your mouth is not sore. A few hours later as your teeth start to move things become sore and this lasts for a few days.

Good Luck

Dr. B

[coolerz4]

I have a question.. i went to the ortho and they told me i need braces but my teeth are not that bad at all so should i wait or get them???? and also they cost alot :O

[facesortho]

@coolerz4 There are many different reasons for getting orthodontic treatment. While your teeth may not look that bad you may have a problem with how they fit together or your bite. If you are not sure why your orthodontist recommened treatment for you, you should have them explain again what your treatment will do and why you need need it.  I have seen some patients that have straight teeth by need braces and Jaw surgery to correct bite problems

Good Luck Dr. B

[Makookla]

@madison4hs they hurt really bad for awhile, but then they feel better. tightening them is pretty much the same thing. One more year to go for me.

[MsAriana21]

@facesortho Thank you very much.

[sweetytweety0011]

@Destinylovesmommy OMG so am I haha

[madison4hs]

@Destinylovesmommy dont be scared,lol they dont hurt...

only after! ahhh i just got mine today and they hurt like hell!!!

[Destinylovesmommy]

I am getting braces on agust 26th is it scary getting braces for the first time