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Madison Dental Loft
General Dentists & Cosmetic Dentists located in New York, NY
When it comes to getting the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted, it’s important to work with an expert dental team who can offer you the very best knowledge and care. Yohan Kim, DMD, FICOI, and the team at Madison Dental Loft in the Bryant Park area of Manhattan in New York City are one of New York’s have a track record of providing the best quality of care when it comes to orthodontics whether it be using traditional braket orthodontics or clear aligner therapy. Call or go online today to schedule your first appointment.
Orthodontics Q & A
What is Orthodontics?
Orthodontics is a branch of Dentistry which aims to optimize the position of teeth in relation to alignment and occlusion. There are several methods in our office in which we can provide orthodontic treatment for you. Traditional orthodontics involve the placement of metal brackets connected by metal wire and ligatures that help move your teeth into the optimal position. Alternatively, and growing more popular with adults, Invisalign is a series of clear devices, called aligners, that are worn over your teeth, gradually moving them into a more appropriate position. As your teeth move, each successive aligner is used in order to achieve the perfect placement. Since Invisalign is clear, it blends into your mouth, appearing just like your teeth. When you come in for a consulation you can discuss with our doctors as to which treatment is right for you. If you are interested in Invisalign and would like to learn more you can click here.
What are the benefits of orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontic treatment serves an important role not, only in your appearance, but in terms of your dental health. Having your teeth moved into an optimal position can help in providing a healthy functional bite and can help prevent the risk of dental caries.
Straight teeth are easier to clean, improving the health of your gums. Correcting Malocclusion can prevent you from experiencing wear and tear to your natural enamel which can lead to expensive treatment in the future such as crowns or implants.
Correcting your bite can also help those that suffer from TMJ issues. By repositioning the teeth and improving the bite, stress on the TMJ can be reduced.
What can I expect from treatment?
The team at Madison Dental Loft is proud to offer their patients free orthodontic consultations. During this consultation, Dr. Kim will discuss whether braces are right for you. During your appointment, a detailed plan of treatment is developed, including the specific movement of your teeth and duration of treatment. When you have your brackets placed, ligatures are placed on the brackets and this helps move your teeth to the optimal position over time. Several visits will require an evaluation before switching your next adjustment in order to monitor your progress, ensuring the best results. Treatment usually lasts about one year, depending on your needs.
To learn more, call or go online today to schedule your initial consultation with the team at Madison Dental Loft.
