What is the Orthodontic Plaque Treatment?

Orthodontic plaque treatment is a dentistry method of using well placed plaques to correct the teeth alignment. Plaques are custom designed for patient’s teeth and the way they need to be moved for the correct alignment. Plaques are moved and replaced in a suitable time frame to help with this alignment. Orthodontic plaque treatment requires a long process to bring the teeth in order and create the desired alignment and throughout this process plaques must be changed quite often.

Information reqarding the orthodontic plaque treatment and how it is performed will be provided under the below headings:

• What is the orthodontic plaque treatment?
• Which patients are suitable?
• Why is it preferred?
• What are the steps of the orthodontic plaque treatment?
• What are the side effects of the orthodontic plaque treatment?
• How long does it take?
• Can it be applied to all teeth?

What is the Orthodontic Plaque Treatment?

Orthodontic plaque treatment is a dentistry method of using well placed plaques to correct the teeth alignment. Plaques that support teeth’s natural movement and reposition them are used in this treatment. I allows teeth to be correctly aligned in the mouth and the jaw to carry out its movements properly. This also creates a more aesthetic dental appearance while improving the gum health as well.

Which Patients Are?

Orthodontic plaque treatment is a method used for correcting the alignment of the teeth and can be used for a varity of cases. For example, patients with irregular dental alignment, narrow jawbone and/or gum problems can be suitable candidates for this treatment. The treatment itself can also vary in application based on the patients health and dental problems.

Why is it Preferred?

Protection of the gum health and proper alignment of the teeth play a major role in selection of orthodontic plaque treatment. This treatment prevents the gum diseases that occur due to the bacterial plaques and also protects the natural alignment of the teeth. It also slows down the existing gum diseases.

What are the Steps of the Orthodontic Plaque Treatment?

While it details may vary from patient to patient, steps of the orthodontic plaque treatment are generally as the follows:

• Assessment of the teeth: As the first step dentist assesses the general condition of the teeth and examines the shape and placement of them while also checking the jaw movement.
• Designing the plaques: Dentists design plaques based on the structure and movement of the teeth. Plaques are designed to be able to cause certain movement to correctly align the teeth.
• Placement of the plaques: Plaques are placed accordingly with the dental structure
• Replacement of the plaques: Replacing the plaques is necessary to create the correct dental alignment 

What are the Side Effects?

During the treatment, orthodontic plaques are mounted on the teeth, which enables their movement. The plaque might have some side effects but these are generally mild and temporary. For example, patient may feel pain in the teeth or gums during the treatment. Additionally a mild discomfort can be experienced throughout the treatment as the dental alignment changes. These side effects may occur in the early phases but in time they fade away. Your dentist will inform you on the methods you should apply during the treatment to minimize these problems.

How Long Does It Take?

Duration of this treatment varies depending on the necessity, the existing disalignment of the teeth and the patient’s dental health. Generally, it can take between a few months to few years. Effectiveness of the treatment will be observed as it proceeds, which also plays a role on the duration.

Can it be Applied to All Teeth?

Orthodontic plaque treatment can be applied to all teeth however applicability and effectiveness depends on the patient’s dental health and the required material for the treatment. If the patient has an overall disalignment problem and if the dentist believes that the treatment will be effective, then it can be applied to all teeth