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| Fort Worth Dentist Ray D Snider DDS and Associates Sedation Dentistry | ||||
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The
First Steps In Getting Orthodontic Braces...
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orthodontist knows you probably have plenty of questions about getting
braces. Here are a few that prospective patients often ask. |
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What Usually Happens During an Initial Orthodontic Exam? |
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In order to determine your specific needs, the orthodontist will
completely evaluate your mouth. This will likely include:
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| Your orthodontist will then carefully evaluate your specific needs
and provide you with a treatment plan for correction. Following the
recommended plan is important for proper correction. |
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What Are Spacers? |
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| Teeth normally fit tightly against one another. Spacers are inserted
before placement of your braces to provide some space between teeth for
attaching the bands. There are two types of spacers, small springs or
plastic modules. In just a few days they gently move desired teeth
slightly apart.
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Spacers often cause some soreness, but this goes away in a few days.
Rinse your mouth with warm salt water to relieve the irritation. Your
normal chewing also helps to get your mouth feeling better. |
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What Do I Do If a Spacer Comes Out? |
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| Call your orthodontist immediately for a replacement. That little spacer is making just enough room for a comfortable fit for your braces and plays an important role. | |||||||||
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