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PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Lots of patients ask about clear brackets when getting braces, but some brands are giving other clear brackets an undeserved bad reputation for staining easily.

It’s true that some brands of less expensive clear brackets become discolored with wear, said Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, who owns an Eagan and Minneapolis, MN orthodontics practice. Foods such as tomato sauces, soft drinks, coffee, tea and grape juices can discolor some clear brackets over time.

However, there are some quality brackets on the market that do not stain. The Minneapolis, MN orthodontist uses Inspire ICE brackets, manufactured by Ormco Orthodontics. The brackets, made from crystal-clear sapphire, are more stain resistant than brackets made from porcelain or plastic compounds, which can be more porous.

Foods and fruit juices also can stain elastic ties around the brackets, but Eisenhuth said that isn’t much of a problem because those are changed at each orthodontic visit, which typically is every six weeks.

ICE brackets also are the only entirely transparent bracket on the market and they practically disappear once placed on the teeth, according to the Ormco Orthodontics Web site.

“The enamel on our teeth has a pigment and everyone’s tooth color is slightly different, which makes it difficult to find a tooth-colored bracket to match everyone,” said Eisenhuth, the Minneapolis, MN braces expert. “Using this clear colored, high-quality bracket means that it pulls in the color from the teeth, no matter what shade the teeth are.”

In addition to the aesthetic benefits of ICE brackets, Ormco touts the strength of their product, stating that the brackets are two times as resistant to breakage as other ceramic appliances. They also require less force when they are removed from the teeth and they have a smooth profile that provides optimum comfort for wearers.

“Overall, I like the brackets because it’s smaller, it looks nice and it responds well to movement,” Eisenhuth said. “We’ve had really good results for the two years or so that we’ve used them.”

Good Hygiene Can Prevent Stains And Improve Treatment
Even patients with clear brackets that aren’t ICE brackets can take measures to ensure they stay looking aesthetically pleasing, Eisenhuth said.

“I can’t stress enough the importance of having an electric toothbrush, such as a SoniCare brush,” she said.

Brushing within 20 minutes after eating foods or drinking beverages that can stain the teeth and the brackets is a good practice for keeping teeth white and tooth decay at bay. On average, braces wearers should brush their teeth two to four times daily with a non-whitening toothpaste. Using a whitening toothpaste only whitens the portions of the teeth that aren’t covered by brackets, so once those brackets are removed, patients can be left with spots on their teeth where the brackets were.

Patients with clear brackets often also have clear ligatures, so it is important to have the ligatures changed regularly, as they can stain more quickly than the brackets.

The cleaner the brackets, the less friction created as far as orthodontic movement goes, Eisenhuth said. That means the braces can move the teeth faster. Patients who do not brush and floss properly run the risk of getting inflamed gums, which can make it more difficult for the orthodontist to properly align the teeth.

Learn More
If you would like to learn more about ICE brackets, Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s practice or you would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: http://doctorjennifer.com.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth
Dr. Eisenhuth, Minneapolis Invisalign provider attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.
Dr. Eisenhuth, Minneapolis Invisible Braces Expert, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including St. Paul, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Eagan and Eagan, Minnesota.
Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

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ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Crowded teeth are a common trait in many patients who seek orthodontic treatment.

Sometimes achieving ideal alignment requires more than simply shifting teeth. In some cases of overcrowding, interproximal reduction helps provide enough room to align teeth properly, said Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, an Eagan and St. Paul, MN orthodontist.

“Interproximal reduction is a technique I often use in conjunction with Invisalign treatment, ” said Eisenhuth, who is an Eagan and St. Paul, MN Invisalign provider. “It can provide quicker results in many cases when combined with orthodontics.”

Interproximal reduction is the removal of a tiny amount of enamel between teeth to slightly decrease their width.  This technique also is known as slenderizing, enamel reduction, stripping, selective reduction or reproximation.

How the Process Works
First, Eisenhuth must determine if the patient is a candidate for the procedure by considering each individual patient’s teeth shape and size, their alignment, positions and the patient’s facial features.

Front teeth create the framework upon which the lips rest, so their position alone plays an important role in a person’s facial appearance.

Once Eisenhuth, St. Paul Invisible Braces Expert, identifies which teeth to slenderize, she uses a small, flexible file strip- referred to as a lightning strip- to gently remove tiny layers of the enamel along the sides of the teeth, she said. The small amount of enamel removed does not affect the tooth, which remains healthy and sound.

This procedure creates the necessary space to allow the teeth to be shifted into place and fit closely together without being overcrowded. This shifting process helps Eisnehuth create an ideal bite pattern and appearance for each patient.

Because most teeth are wider at the bottom and taper slightly at the gum, interproximal reduction sometimes helps prevent what is known as a “black triangle.” This is the open space that often results when two neighboring teeth don’t fit tightly against each other near the gumline, which creates the appearance of a dark hole or space, Eisenhuth, a St. Paul Braces Expert, said.

“My goal as an orthodontist is to properly align each patient’s teeth in a manner that best promotes good oral health, and also to create the most aesthetically pleasing smile possible,” she said. “A black triangle can detract from that beautiful smile, so having a technique such as interproximal reduction at my disposal offers a simple, painless way to correct that.”

Once Eisenhuth has performed interproximal reduction on a patient, she may recommend a topical flouride treatment and a flouride rinse to use for a short time. This can help teeth maintain their resistance to tooth decay.

In some cases, patients may experience slightly increased tooth sensitivity in the area after interproximal reduction, but this can be alleviated by using a toothpaste designed for aiding in tooth sensitivity.

Learn More
If you would like to learn more about the Eagan and St. Paul, MN orthodontics practice of Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth or you would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: http://doctorjennifer.com/.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth
Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.
Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.
She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including St. Paul, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Eagan and Eagan, Minnesota.
Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

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A true comparison – traditional braces versus Invisalign braces.  Which of the two choices is more cost effective, and, which type truly looks better?  The article below, from fastpitchnetworking.com, will explain which route is best.  They also take into account maintenance, and results.  Read more…

Original Source: Fast Pitch

LITHIA, FL — Just by looking at the two, one can make several comparisons between traditional braces and Invisalign. But, can you judge them by their covers, or is there more to the story than the eye can tell?

“There are many ways to compare Invisalign and braces,” said Lithia Invisalign orthodontist Dr. Michael Hess. “From an orthodontist’s perspective, both treatments are fine, but when it comes to patients, there are all sorts of preferences that come into play. What I’ve seen my patients most concerned with are costs, esthetics, treatment, results, and maintenance.”

Costs

Braces and Invisalign are comparatively close when it comes to price tags. According to BracesInfo.com, braces can cost anywhere from $5,400 to $7,700 for basic braces. Costs vary depending on upgrades such as choosing invisible braces over traditional braces or other enhancements. These are enamel-colored braces that are more esthetically pleasing and more concealable.

Inivisalign.com quotes a price range averaging $5,000 but going as low as $3,500 for its product. However, in some cases Invisalign may require patients to use braces for a few months, which will of course add expenses.

Esthetics

The “look” of orthodontics is one of the biggest discussions going on in the field. Invisalign developed a treatment that is virtually unrecognizable to the public, where braces are easily identifiable.

Braces have come a long way from Frankenstein-like headgear comments Dr. Hess. “Braces don’t look like torture devices anymore, and believe it or not there are methods that conceal braces.”

iBraces are a system that place braces on the backside of teeth rather than the front. These are highly concealed, but may cause some irregularities to speech. Also, there are invisible braces commented Dr. Hess, a Lithia invisible braces provider.

Invisalign are clear plastic aligners that snap over the teeth. These aren’t noticeable, but can become awkward in public while dining. Patients can not eat with Invisalign on, as it damages the aligners notes Dr. Hess.

“Traditional braces may be openly visible, but that takes away most embarrassing surprises,” said Dr. Hess, a Lithia orthodontist. “On the other hand, removing Invisalign trays during meals can be embarrassing. Saliva trapped under the aligners sometimes dangles off the teeth when removing them. So, it’s either face braces on the teeth all the time or be ready to excuse yourself for taking out your Invisalign when it’s time to eat. Either can be awkward, but the end justifies the means.”

Maintenance

In order to keep Invisalign and braces clean and in working order, users need to respect and responsibly maintain their orthodontic equipment comments Dr. Hess.

“Parents need to know their children in choosing the right orthodontic method,” said Dr. Hess. “And if it’s an adult seeking treatment, he or she needs to be judicious and responsible.”

Invisalign can build up bacteria and plaque on the inside of the aligners and on the outside as well. Also, when not cleaned regularly, Invisalign trays can become odorous. To avoid these problems, Invisalign sells a cleaning solution.

“It is vitally important to clean Invisalign trays,” said Dr. Hess, a Lithia, FL Invisalign expert. “If patients don’t want to spring for the Invisalign cleaning products, they can use Polident or other denture cleaning products. They’re accessible and cheap in most cases, but nonetheless it is critical to keep bacteria from building up on the trays.”

Braces can collect plaque and bacteria around the brackets and wires just as Invisalign can collect bacteria on the trays. Brushing around braces and using mouthwash regularly is highly important in keeping good status with oral hygiene. Braces patients with poor hygiene habits can easily develop cases of tooth decay around the base of the brackets adds Dr. Hess, a Lithia Orthodontics expert.

Also, Invisalign are delicate plastic trays that can be easily cracked, eroded, or even lost. And while braces are fastened to the teeth, so they can’t be lost, sometimes the metal wires snap or brackets slide. To counter this, patients need to be careful in what they eat and do.

“Invisalign can be a tough choice for adolescent patients as they can so easily lose or break their trays due to their lack of responsibility,” said Dr. Hess, a Lithia braces provider. “But, if that same teen eats certain candy or even hard food like apples, he or she can move their braces, which lengthens treatment time.”

Results

This may be the easiest point of comparison between braces and Invisalign. Though Invisalign technology has not come far enough to treat advanced or serious cases of misaligned teeth, both braces and Invisalign provide the same quality in tooth correction for intermediate tooth misalignments and have just about the same treatment times. Depending on the level of care, treatment can take anywhere from six months to two years.

Braces are the only option for more severe cases of tooth misalignments, but patients can switch over to Invisalign after a certain level of progress has been made comments Dr. Hess.

“Advances in the field have decreased treatment time and have maximized results,” said Dr. Hess. “Using digital images and computer imagery, orthodontists can provide images of what orthodontics can provide for patients and how long the treatment would take. This provides patients with a feeling of excitement and anticipation for their new smile, and orthodontists know in advance what the patient wants out of treatment. Combine this technology with improvements to braces technology and Invisalign, and the future is looking bright for orthodontics.”

Original Source: The Moultrie Observer

A local orthodontist’s office is working to get new patients while helping raise money for local schools.

Morris Orthodontics started its Partners in Education program in mid-October by handing out coupons at Willie J. Williams Middle School and C.A. Gray Junior High School. Every new patient who brought in a coupon would receive $100 off their treatment, and the school the student attends would receive a $100 donation.

Although the business handed out the coupons at two partner schools, any new patient at Morris Orthodontics will get a $100 donation for their school. The program was launched as a way for Morris Orthodontics to address the school budget cuts, a company spokeswoman said.

“We are actively involved in our community and care about the people and schools here,” Christie Dell of Morris Orthodontics said. “We are here to provide a quality service with the latest advances in orthodontic care by a top-notch doctor and a well-trained team. Our patients are like an extension of our family and they really matter to us, and we embrace the community by helping with this serious crisis our education system is experiencing.”