Strasdin Orthodontics - Grande Prairie

Orthodontics, or dentofacial orthopedics, is a specialized part of dentistry. It focuses on preventing and correcting dental and facial abnormalities, like bad bites or malocclusions.

While you can begin orthodontic treatment at any age, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends visiting an orthodontist for the first time around age 7.

Brush after every meal, floss at least once a day, avoid sticky/crunchy/chewy foods, use fluoride toothpaste, keep retainer clean, and visit the orthodontist every 4-8 weeks.

Traditional metal braces, clear braces, ceramic braces, self-ligating braces, and invisible braces.

Treatment time varies from patient to patient, typically 6 to 30 months.

You should brush at least three times a day with braces, after every meal.

Your mouth may be sore for the first few days after getting braces, but the pain will fade as your mouth gets used to the appliance.

Even with braces, you'll need regular dental checkups every six months.

It may take time to adjust, but braces will not affect these activities. For contact sports, a mouth guard is recommended.

Invisalign is a near-invisible way to reposition your teeth using 3D imaging technology and a series of clear, removable acrylic trays.

Clear aligners are subtle, removable, and cause no cosmetic concerns. They allow normal eating, brushing, and flossing, and require fewer dentist visits.

No, Invisalign is easy to use. Clear aligners are removable and have no visual effect, and you'll need fewer trips to the dentist.

Over 3,000,000 people worldwide have undergone Invisalign treatment.