Family Orthodontics in Lake Ridge, VA
If You Are Looking for Family Orthodontics in Lake Ridge, VA, Call Lake Ridge Dental Associates.
A straighter set of teeth will improve your confidence and your oral health at the same time.
You will no longer have to bear the brackets and ugly wires being plastered across your teeth when you need orthodontics for several years. Invisible braces are the newest, most discreet way to straighten your teeth and correct overbites. At Lake Ridge Dental Associates in Lake Ridge, VA, we want you to be proud to show off your smile.
Common benefits of Orthodontic treatments:
- Easier cleaning
- Better oral hygiene
- Clearer speech
- More pleasant smile
There are many different forms of Orthodontics, at Lake Ridge Dental Associates in Lake Ridge, VA our dentists utilize the following Orthodontics.
Invisalign®
Invisalign® treatment consists of a series of custom-made aligning trays. Your Lake Ridge, VA dentist changes the trays every several weeks to fit the new tooth configuration. In addition to the reduced visual impact, Invisalign® aligning trays can be temporarily removed for important occasions – meaning that treatment duration is patient-controlled. Many people report complete satisfaction with both the Invisalign® treatment and the stunning results.
Traditional Braces
Traditional orthodontics, of course, refers to metal braces. Even today, our dentists at Lake Ridge Dental Associates in Lake Ridge, VA believe braces are still the most tried and true orthodontic treatment available. Braces can handle a wide variety of issues ranging from simple to complex. They are extremely durable and very cost-effective, making them perfect for younger patients and adults alike. Braces still use brackets and wires like they always have, but modern-day braces are now smaller, sleeker, and more comfortable than ever.
Mouth Guards
Mouth guards help to protect your teeth from impact injuries and to cushion impacts to reduce mouth, teeth and jaw trauma. They can also help to protect you from concussion injuries. Children and adults both benefit from wearing Sports Guards. And it’s not just football or hockey players that wear them. Any physical activity where there is a risk to a hard contact should include a sports guard.
Night Guards
For patients who experience bruxism, or teeth grinding, our team at Lake Ridge Dental Associates in Lake Ridge, VA encourages you to be fitted for a night guard. Night guards, or bite guards, help to protect your teeth from crushing and grinding of teeth by providing a protective layer between your teeth.