Any informations about speedy braces and orthognathic surgery (maxilofacial or jaw surgery)?
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Im in the dental industry and i havent heard about speedy braces. There is Invisalign that usually cuts your time.
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Ask your dentist.  He will refer you to an orthodontist.
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An Orthodontist.. is a specialist for Braces, only. \n\nMost General Dentist, can take them out... He'll take an x'ray to confirm its something he can do. If he cant, he'll refer you to an Oral Surgeon, in your area.
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Get estimates from other orthodontists. You are not bound by the estimate of only one doctor.\n\nIf you've done so already, I agree with the other comment. Orthodontists normally let you have a financial plan, where you pay monthly. You may not get a discount (i.e. when you pay in full up front), but you can divide up your payments.\n\nIf you have insurance, you can also look into a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Insurance companies allow you to put money into this account (for each fiscal year) and claim orthodontic treatment services when they've been performed. So you pay the orthodontist first and then submit claim forms. What you save are on taxes. Because the money that goes into the FSA are directly from your paycheck and pre-tax, you receive more money from the insurance/FSA claims.\n\nI had similar thoughts about finding cheaper treatments. Regardless of cost, you should really consider the quality of an orthodontist because they are dealing with your teeth and facial traits.
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Yes, Invisalign works fantastically! It is fascinating technology where your impressions that are taken in the dental office or “best” orthodontist’s office of your choice and then are sent to the Invisalign company. They are laser scanned by a computer that fabricates the series of trays that will straighten your teeth. These trays are switched every two weeks until the end of your treatment. There is a lot less discomfort to endure then with traditional braces. This is mainly because the method of promoting movement of the teeth into alignment is completely different. With traditional braces all of your teeth are first moved forward to create space for the alignment to be possible, then slowly brought back inward as the alignment is achieved. This is cause for a lot of movement which is painful. Invisalign on the other hand moves the teeth into alignment by rotation of focused single teeth at a time. So there is much less movement thus less pain. Plus you can take them out while eating, brushing and flossing by normal means. (Not having to tread floss under the wires of traditional braces.) During your treatment you will likely have interproximal reductions done, what this does is removes .5 mm or less from the sides of the teeth in specific areas to create space for movement to take place. It is very gradual and your teeth will not appear any different in size because it is such a minimal reduction. (In between your teeth) \nUsually the treatment takes about a year, depending on the case. The trays at first are seemingly uncomfortable and may affect your speech slightly but after about a week or so they become a part of you. You may have to take aspirin or an anti-inflammatory for the first few days after starting a new set of trays. Have a consultation with an orthodontist to determine whether you are a good candidate for the Invisalign process. \nThe cost is roughly around $5000.00 and some insurance companies will provide coverage. I have eleven and a half years experience as a chair side assistant and handled most of all of the Invisalign clients in the office at the time. Plus I also have had traditional braces as a child and then Invisalign to correct orthodontic relapse from losing my retainers in my younger years. Invisalign was perfect to correct the shifting that had occurred over the years.\nGood luck and hope you have a smile to be proud of soon!\nB.
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There seems to be a great deal of misinformation here regarding traditional orthodontia and the new invisalign method. You will first need to be evaluated by an orthodontist. He or she will then decide if you even qualify. If your correction involves an overbite or will take longer than one year you will have to go with the traditional wires and brackets. The invisalign is only for minor adjustments that can be completed within a year. Either way you will continue to wear retainers for up to 10 years and if you follow all directions and are compliant with the retainers your teeth will not get "crooked" again with either type.
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Hi,\nBraces could run anywhere between 2000.00 - 8000.00. It all depends on  how long you have to wear them and what the treatment involves.  Your ortho dr will advise you if visaline is better or not.  Good luck.
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Check out this site:\nhttp://www.adha.org/oralhealth/
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I work for an oral surgeon, and you have many options other than the ones you just mentioned.  The surgery itself can involve doing many different things to your jaw bone.  The real thing to do is see an oral surgeon who will make you a physical therapy device.  This is different than a mouth piece or braces.  We make them for TMJ patients all the time, and usually within six weeks, our patients feel about 50% better.  After that, they continue to improve.
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i have been taking anti-depressants for the last 2 1/2 years or so, mostly zoloft, and paxil for a short while. i began to experience teeth grinding/jaw clenching soon after i initially started on the anti-depressants. i have since been diagnosed with tmj. no surgery has been required yet, but i am wearing through the mouthguard something fearsome, and am still in pain. i have since quit the anti-depressants all together. a class action suit might be a good idea.
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No one will be able to tell you for sure over without seeing you. It sounds like more than likely you will not be a good candidate for this.  This type of of orthodontics is to fix less severe cases of orthodontic issues. The first thing you need to do is go for a consultation with an orthodontist that does Invisaline, they don't all do it, and he will be able to tell you if you are a candidate. Good Luck!!!!
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fast as possible? Surgery. Other then that change your eating habits and exercise your butt off
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There are special mouthpieces designed for people with braces. Talk to your orthodontist and they can set you up with what you need.
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I think this site will help you along.\nhttp://www.dentist4all.com/
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Maybe.  You need to ask when you call for the appointment how far out they are scheduling their banding appointments.  Their schedule may be full until the first of next year.  \n\nThe first step is the initial exam.  The orthodontist will see what exactly needs to be corrected and let you know whether you are ready to start or if you need to wait.  (You didn't state your age, so I don't know whether you have all of your permanant teeth. If you still have baby teeth they probably will have you wait for all permanant teeth to come in. That cuts down on the length of your treatment.)  \n\nIf you are ready to start, the next step is records (x-rays, pictures and impressions)  Sometimes that can be done the same day as the exam, schedule permitting.  Then an appointment to place the braces.  Even if you need teeth removed, that can be done with the braces on.  (That's actually how my boss prefers to have it done.)\n\nYou also have to consider the financial aspect.  Most likely you will pay at least 1/4 of the total treatment fee as a down payment.  Our initial down payment for a full set of braces is $900 the day we put the braces on.  There's also a charge for the records (we charge $200).
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Just go see your orthodontist.  They allow time in their schedules for "emergencies" like that.  They can take you asap.  It's free and takes them 2 seconds to fix.  I wouldnt suggest fixing to yourself b/c you may mess something up.  If you're due soon to see the orthodontist for your monthly visit anyway, then it would be ok to fix it yourself.
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visit an orthodontis, they will let you know if you need braces.