Traditional Orthodontic Treatment for a Confident Smile
What Are Metal Braces?
Metal braces are a traditional orthodontic treatment used to straighten teeth and correct misaligned bites. They consist of high-quality stainless steel brackets affixed to the teeth and connected by a metal archwire. The wire applies gentle pressure to guide teeth into their proper positions over time.
Known for their durability and effectiveness, metal braces can address a wide range of dental issues, from minor misalignments to complex orthodontic problems. Modern advancements have made them smaller, more comfortable, and more efficient, making them a reliable choice for achieving a healthy, aligned smile.
Benefits of Having Braces
1. Improved Smile: Braces help straighten teeth, enhancing appearance and supporting self-confidence.
2. Better Oral Health: Straighter teeth are easier to clean, potentially reducing the risk of cavities, gum disease, and plaque buildup.
3. Corrects Bite Issues: Braces may address bite concerns, such as overbite, underbite, or crossbite, improving functionality and comfort.
4. Prevents Future Dental Issues: Proper alignment may help reduce the risk of wear and tear, tooth decay, and jaw discomfort caused by misalignment.
5. Long-Term Results: With completion of treatment, you may enjoy lasting improvements in both appearance and oral health.Braces are an investment in maintaining long-term dental health and a confident smile!
Common Teeth Alignment Problems Addressed by Braces
Braces are a popular solution for correcting a variety of dental alignment issues, improving both the appearance and functionality of your teeth. Below are some of the most common alignment problems that braces can address:
1. Overbite (Deep Bite)
An overbite occurs when the upper front teeth overlap the lower teeth excessively. This can lead to discomfort, difficulty biting, and speech issues.
How Braces Help: Braces gradually reposition the teeth and realign the bite.
2. Underbite
An underbite happens when the lower teeth protrude beyond the upper teeth, affecting chewing, speaking, and appearance.
How Braces Help: Braces help reposition the teeth and jaw, aligning the bite. Severe cases may require surgery in addition to braces.
3. Crossbite
A crossbite occurs when upper teeth do not align properly with the lower teeth. It can cause tooth wear and gum problems.
How Braces Help: Braces move the teeth into better alignment, and sometimes appliances like a palatal expander may be used.
4. Open Bite
An open bite is when the upper and lower teeth do not meet, causing difficulty biting and speaking.
How Braces Help: Braces close the gap between the teeth, improving functionality and appearance.
5. Crowding
Crowding happens when there’s not enough space for all the teeth to fit properly, leading to overlapping and misalignment.
How Braces Help: Braces shift the teeth into better positions, and sometimes extractions are needed to make space.
6. Gaps Between Teeth (Diastema)
Gaps occur between teeth, often due to missing teeth or abnormalities in tooth development.
How Braces Help: Braces can close the gaps, leading to a more balanced smile.
7. Excessive Spacing
When the teeth are spaced too far apart, it can affect the smile and cause difficulty chewing.
How Braces Help: Braces shift the teeth into better alignment, closing excess space for a more functional bite.
8. Dental Protrusion (Buck Teeth)
When the upper teeth extend too far forward, it can affect both appearance and functionality.
How Braces Help: Braces reposition the teeth, and sometimes appliances like rubber bands or headgear are used.
9. Jaw Alignment Issues (Skeletal Problems)
Misalignment of the upper and lower jaws can cause difficulty with biting and chewing, as well as jaw pain.
How Braces Help: Braces can realign the teeth, while more severe cases may require jaw surgery.
10. Early Intervention
Addressing alignment issues early, especially in children, can prevent more serious problems later on.
How Braces Help: Early use of braces helps guide the growth of teeth and the jaw, reducing the need for more complex treatments later.
Stages of Teeth Alignment with Metal Braces:
1. Initial Consultation: We evaluate your teeth, discuss your goals, and create a customised plan.
2. Application: Metal brackets are bonded to your teeth, and wires are added.
3. Alignment and Bite Correction: Teeth gradually move into place with adjustments over time.
4. Final Touches and Retention: Once aligned, retainers help maintain your new smile.
Pricing
Initial Consulation
No charge
3D scans, x-rays, treatment simulation, professional photo records
$330
Metal Braces (non-extracion)
$3800
if extraction treatment
+$700
if extraction of tooth if required
+ $150-200 per tooth
Damon bracket (self ligating) upgrade
+$700
Ceramic clear brackets
+$700
Installment Plan
$200/Month
For initial payment
$1200
Retainers (1 set)
$369
Student Braces Offer
Enjoy SGD 150 off your treatment package with a valid student ID.
Benefits of Choosing Teehee Dental
(01)
Extensive Experience
Over a decade of experience in private practice, handling complex cases with precision.
(02)
Personalized Care
Dr. Chong focuses on understanding each patient’s unique needs, offering customized treatment plans.
(03)
Comfortable Experience
Known for her gentle, light-handed approach, Dr. Chong ensures patients feel at ease throughout their braces journey.
(04)
Patient Trust
Numerous word-of-mouth referrals reflect the high satisfaction of her patients.
What to Expect at Teehee Dental Works
At Teehee, we prioritize your comfort and smile transformation. We use Maestro Comfort+ braces, designed to reduce discomfort during your teeth-straightening journey.
With a wide variety of colorful elastics to choose from, you can personalize your braces, making the treatment process more fun and enjoyable.
Our goal is to ensure a smooth, comfortable experience while helping you achieve the beautiful smile you deserve!
Meet Your Trusted Dentist
– Dr. Kaydence Chong
Dr Kaydence Chong’s commitment to improving her patients' lives through transformative dental care and smile makeovers has been a driving force in her career. She has often been recommended as a gentle dentist who is light-handed and attentive to patient's needs, making them feel reassured and at ease for every dental visit.
Over the years, Dr Chong has also built a strong rapport with her patients and has been honored to receive numerous word-of-mouth referrals based on the satisfaction of her patients and their families and friends. Dr Chong is dedicated to ensuring that every patient she treats receives the highest standard of care and achieves the confident and mesmerizing smile they have always dreamed of.
Having been through fixed braces treatment herself, Dr Chong can closely relate to the patient's experience with braces, hence rest assured she will ensure the braces journey with her will be comfortable, efficient and fuss-free.
A photo wall in the clinic named the "Beautiful Smiles Hall of Fame" capturing the delightful smiles of many patients, was created by Dr Chong to celebrate the completion of the braces journey of her patients, and it stands as a testament to her dedication and the positive impact of her work on her patients' lives.
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Teehee Dental Works
111 Somerset Road
Unit 03-12
Singapore
238164
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