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Orthodontics can improve overall oral health, as well as the appearance of one’s teeth and face. Sometimes orthodontics are necessary for patients who are unable to reach areas of their teeth to keep them clean, or in other cases, to allow for room for new teeth to grow in. Individuals looking into orthodontics should make sure their dental insurance will cover it. Depending on the plan and provider, coverage costs can vary dramatically. Some types of affordable dental insurance cover a large percentage of orthodontic applications, while others cover a small portion of the cost, if that. Is it possible to purchase cheap dental insurance that helps toward the cost of orthodontics? The answer to this question is simple—any coverage for orthodontics is better than none at all. As you browse our dental plans and premiums, be sure to check specifically for orthodontics coverage under each. Read the articles below to learn more about orthodontic applications and procedures.
03/15/2006
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03/08/2006
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ST. LOUIS - For orthodontic patients who choose to make fashion statements with their mouths, colors are really heating up. From soft pastels that coordinate with a wardrobe to bright hues for celebrating holidays or expressing school spirit, the colors appear mainly on the elastic ties that bind the wires to the brackets. These ties can be changed when the wires are changed.
COLORFUL BRACES MAY CONTRIBUTE TO TREATMENT SUCCESS
While colors for braces are fun, the fun serves a serious purpose, notes Dr. William Mahon, a spokesperson for the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO).
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03/07/2006
The Marfan syndrome is a potentially life-threatening genetic disorder that affects the body's connective tissue. It may affect the eyes, skeleton, blood vessels and heart. More than 200,000 Americans have the Marfan syndrome or a related disorder.
Connective tissue is present throughout the entire skeleton, including the bones in the face and mouth. As a result of the Marfan syndrome which affects a specific type of connective tissue, there may be changes in the jaw and palate that affect the teeth and their function.
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01/19/2006
Class II problems represent abnormal bite relationships in which the upper jaw and its teeth are located in front of the lower jaw. Class II patients usually exhibit a convex facial profile with a recessed chin. In most cases, this relationship is due to inherited characteristics.
Class 3
Class III problems are also primarily genetic in origin. In this instance, the lower jaw and teeth are positioned in the front of the upper jaw structures. Facially, the appearance may give the impression that the lower jaw is excessively large, but in many cases the lack of upper jaw development is at fault.
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01/19/2006
Crooked and crowded teeth are hard to clean and maintain. This may contribute to conditions that cause not only tooth decay but eventual gum disease and tooth loss. Other orthodontic problems can cause abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, excess stress on supporting bone and gum tissue, or misalignment of the jaw joints with resultant chronic headaches or pain in the face or neck.
When left untreated, many orthodontic problems become worse. Treatment by a specialist to correct the original problem is often less costly than the additional dental care required to treat the more serious problems that can develop in later years.
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01/18/2006
Patient
Information > Adult Orthodontics
Adult Orthodontics:
A Healthy, Beautiful Smile At Any Age
It's Never
Too Late To Be Your Best.
Orthodontic
treatment is about a change for the better, no matter what your
age. It can give you the confidence and pride that come with straight
teeth and a great smile. But we have another equally important treatment
goal -- to improve the health of your teeth and gums.
The fact is,
when left untreated, many orthodontic problems may become worse.
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01/18/2006
Most
parents would agree: seeing a big, warm smile on your child's face
is one of the most gratifying things about being a mom or dad. But
keeping that smile healthy and bright requires good dental care
that starts early in life and teamwork involving the patient, his
or her family, the family dentist, the orthodontist and, as needed,
other dental specialists.
Good Dental
Health Starts Early.
The American
Dental Association recommends that a child visit the family dentist
by his or her first birthday, while baby (primary) teeth are emerging.
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01/17/2006
Tooth
Movement
Orthodontics physically moves teeth with braces into their proper position by pushing them through bone.
When the proper amount of pressure is exerted on teeth (with the use of springs) bone will disappear (resorption) in the area where the tooth is being pushed and will reappear (deposition) in the area where the tooth was originally.
It is usually healthier to treat malpositioned or crooked teeth orthodontically rather than non-orthodontically because orthodontics actually corrects the problem while non-orthodontic methods cosmetically hides the problem.
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01/16/2006
Orthodontist are the dental specialists who correct dental and facial irregularities, day in and day out. An orthodontist is an expert at moving teeth, helping jaws develop properly and working with the patient to help make sure the teeth stay in their new positions.
Orthodontists are uniquely qualified to correct "bad bites". The American Dental Association requires orthodontists to have at least two years of post-doctoral, advanced specialty training in orthodontics in an accredited program, after graduation from college and dental school.
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01/12/2006
One of the most common examples of the benefits of early treatment is when the patient's upper dental arch is too narrow. Normally, the upper arch is slightly wider than the lower and the cusps of the upper back teeth are positioned outside of those of the lower back teeth. In cases where the upper arch is too narrow, the patient may unconsciously shift the lower jaw to one side when biting, in order to find a more comfortable position. This condition is known as a posterior crossbite and is shown in the picture below. This is often corrected relatively easily in young patients by expanding the width of the maxilla (upper jaw).
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01/05/2006
Orthodontics means more than a beautiful smile: it means a healthy smile, too. Also known as dentofacial orthopedics, orthodontics is the dental specialty concerned with correctly positioned teeth, jaw bones, jaw joints, and chewing muscles. Now people of all ages can enjoy healthier teeth and gums and a better bite for normal chewing, swallowing and breathing. With today's evaluation and treatment techniques, a healthy smile can be yours.
Your Orthodontic Diagnosis
After a thorough evaluation, your orthodontist diagnoses your bite problem (also called a malocclusion or "bad bite").
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