Treatments
Orthodontics is the dental specialty that studies how the teeth, jaws and face fit together. Below you can find the treatments offered at our practice and the questions most often asked about each of them.
01BracesMoving teeth into their planned positions in a controlled way with brackets and wires.
02Clear alignersTreatment with digitally planned, transparent aligners worn in sequence.
03Orthodontics for childrenMonitoring growing teeth and jaws; early treatment when needed.
04Dentofacial orthopedicsAppliances that guide the development of the jawbones during growth.
05Orthodontics with jaw surgeryPlanning orthodontics and jaw surgery together for marked jaw discrepancies.
06Jaw joint (TMJ) treatmentExamination and conservative treatment for jaw joint pain, clicking, locking and clenching.
07RetentionRetainers and follow-up so that the teeth stay in their new positions after treatment.
08Teeth whiteningLightening the natural colour of the teeth with whitening gels under a dentist's supervision.
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Braces or clear aligners?
One of the most frequently asked questions. How the two methods differ in daily life:
| Braces | Clear aligners | |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Metal or tooth-coloured brackets. With the lingual option, the brackets are behind the teeth and cannot be seen. | Transparent aligners; usually unnoticed unless someone looks closely. |
| Wear | Fixed; stays on the teeth throughout treatment. | Removable; must be worn 20–22 hours a day. |
| Eating | You eat with them in; hard and sticky foods are avoided. | Removed for meals; afterwards the teeth are brushed and the aligner is put back in. |
| Oral care | The areas around the brackets and wire need careful cleaning. | Since the aligner is removed, brushing and flossing are done as usual. |
| Speech | Brackets on the front of the teeth usually do not affect speech. | There may be a slight lisp on some sounds for the first few days. |
| Check-ups | Every 4–6 weeks. | Every 6–10 weeks. |
| Suitable for | Used for a very wide range of problems. | Used for many problems; some complex movements may need braces or additional methods. |
Both are well-established and effective methods; neither is superior to the other. Which one suits you is decided together at the examination, based on the condition of your teeth, the aim of treatment and your expectations.
Treatment processAppointments and contact
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