Orthodontics in a few questions

Orthodontics is designed alignment of teeth and jaws. Here are answers to the French Federation of Orthodontics in some of your questions:

- At what age should we go to an orthodontist? It is good to see from the changing incisors of the four top and bottom or earlier if there is a huge gap between the jaws of the top and bottom.

- Why should we put rings? This technique allows you to move teeth in their entirety, including root. We move the teeth one by one so that the teeth top and the bottom can fit correctly. There are other techniques: removable devices, gutters, etc. Each case is different and it is the orthodontist can only judge on the most appropriate.

- Can we enlarge the jaw? It is sometimes possible, depending on age. We can expand the upper jaw by stimulating the growth of the jawbone, it can sometimes promote growth towards the front of the lower jaw, but not everything is possible.

- Does this hurt? Rather, it is an embarrassment. There may be some pain at the beginning of treatment, but then they disappear. Throughout the time of treatment, hygiene must be rigorous and a visit to the dentist is required every six months.

- How long it lasts? The duration of treatment depends on the difficulty of the case: it takes longer to correct a strong footprint in small jaws that move only a tooth that has turned. Currently, new materials used to shorten treatment: Social Security reimburses the treatment of children over a period of three years.

- What are the new materials used? The development of new materials, particularly in recent years, aims to improve the effectiveness of treatments while increasing the comfort and well-being of patients. These include adhesives whose components can improve problems related to oral hygiene. The new materials may also have an effect on the aesthetics of equipment, working time in the chair or reducing the risk of allergy.

- What is the cost? The salaries are paid by insurance if they are started before the 16th anniversary. The amount supported is the same for all cases, it is approximately 193 euros per six months, the insurance reimbursing all or part of the remaining amount charged under the contracts. For patients CMU, the management is of 464 euros per semester. The price generally charged range from 600 to 1,000 euros / 6 months, but the amount may be higher for aesthetic or ties for treatment of adults. AP