During your first appointment, a thorough examination of your teeth, their position and their function will be done.

Your specific wished will be taken into the treatment plan and the different treatment options will be discussed.

In addition to the screening, photographs, x-rays and a digitial scan will be necessary.

Brackets are accurately placed on each tooth. Direction and force applied on the tooth depends on the position of the bracket.

A wire is then placed through or on the bracket. These wires or being held in place by small colorful rubber bands or a build-in metal flap.

Wires and brackets together play an essential role in movement of the teeth.

The goal is to move each tooth gradually and in a controlled matter to their ideal position. While it may be tempting to think that more force will move teeth faster, this is not the case. Too much force can actually backfire and cause complications.

Patience is an important part of the Succes rate of fixed braces.

Treatment with fixed braces takes an average of 1.5-3 years, depending on the complexity of the case and how well the patient is following the instructions.

Regular checkups are necessary to monitor the progress and to make adjustments.

In addition, good oral hygiene is a necessity and essential because brackets and wires make cleaning the teeth more difficult, which can lead to gingivitis and demineralization of the enamel.

It is important to note that after the fixed braces are removed, retention is required to maintain the final result. This can be a fixed wire at the back of your front teeth or a removable night guard, which should be worn every night.