Award Winning Orthodontic Care
All Orthodontists are dentists but according to a survey carried out by the American Dental Association, only 6% of the dentists are licensed Orthodontists. Although some dentists may place braces or Invisalign, only a trained Orthodontist can diagnose, prevent and treat dental and facial irregularities efficiently. The difference between normal dentists and an Orthodontist is quite similar to that between a family doctor and an OB/GYN. Once one achieves a university degree and earns specialty status, an Orthodontist focuses their attention exclusively on orthodontic problems excluding every other dental treatment like fillings, cleanings, crowns, etc. which makes them distinguished problem-solvers for orthodontic issues affecting Clifton patients.
At our Clifton, NJ office, we offer orthodontist-dentist combined treatment to our patients. This means that all treatments carried out are overseen by both a dentist and an orthodontist so that your long-term dental care is always of the highest quality. This approach minimizes the chance for complications and can prevent the creation of new dental problems in the future.
When you come in, Dr. Abey will carry a full examination prior to any treatment to observe how your child swallows, their oral muscles and how they use their tongue. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that all children should get a check-up with an orthodontist before the age of 7.
Early treatment may give Clifton Orthodontics a chance to:
- Guide jaw growth
- Lower the risk of trauma to protruded front teeth
- Correct harmful oral habits
- Improve appearance
- Guide permanent teeth into a more favorable position
- Create a more pleasing arrangement of teeth, lips, and face
If your child is older than 7, it’s certainly not too late for a check-up. As patients’ physiological development and treatment needs differ from person to person, it is advised to choose a board-certified Orthodontist like Dr. Abey to develop a personalized treatment plan for them.
It is especially important to choose a top orthodontist – as poor orthodontic treatment can result in breathing problems and sleep apnea. Our dentist, Maria Sokolina DDS, oversees all orthodontic cases to make sure that no unusual side effects occur. It is common for patients to continue with dental care after their orthodontic treatment is completed. At Harmony Dental our whole team is here to support you for years to come.
In addition, if you notice any of the following in your child, come to see our orthodontist:
- Early or late loss of baby teeth
- Difficulty in chewing or biting
- Mouth breathing
- Jaws that shift or make sounds
- Speech difficulties
- Biting the cheek or the roof of the mouth
- Facial imbalance
- Grinding or clenching of the teeth
As a caring parent, it is your responsibility to get a good Orthodontic treatment for your child. Clifton’s leading Orthodontics specialist Dr. Abey is proud to treat patients of all ages.
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Recovery
Soreness and mild pain are common after dental or orthodontic treatment. Hydrogen peroxide and salt solution can be used as a rinse to help deal with pain. Over the counter pain medication such as Tylenol, Advil, or Motrin can also be used as a last resort to manage pain and inflammation, but patients should always be aware of allergies before use. If gums begin to bleed it is usually a sign of infection and should be treated carefully. Pay close attention to the affected area when cleaning, making sure to use a Listerine rinse regularly.
In addition, following the removal of braces, many people will notice spaces developing in between their teeth. This is completely normal and is no reason to panic! Your teeth are just naturally expanding into a broader smile. Retainers are also commonly used after braces are removed to ensure teeth remain straight and correctly aligned.