Kapadia Orthodontics

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Tired of Crooked Teeth? Kapadia Can Help!

If you are an adult who received braces as a child but has crooked teeth again or have a child who needs braces for the first time, you don’t have to wait to get the straight smile you or your child deserves.

At Kapadia Orthodontics, we have a wide range of treatments that can bring your teeth into line. Our staff consists of highly experienced and caring professionals who will give you the excellent treatment you need while helping you feel as comfortable as possible. We believe that every patient deserves personal attention that considers all their needs.

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Maintaining Your Identity with Braces

It dawned on you the first time you looked in the mirror and saw what you looked like in your new braces: You not only look a little different, you feel different, too.

Moving forward, you may have good days and not-so-good days. But you can maintain your resolve and commitment to your orthodontic journey and maintain your identity by asserting a positive attitude, embracing change to the fullest, and engaging in healthy, constructive habits. Learning how to look good with braces can also help you feel more confident throughout the process. Get started today by:

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How to Care for Your Retainer and Make It Work for You

Wearing a retainer can help you keep your teeth straight, but remembering to put it in every day can be difficult. No matter how old you are, getting into the routine of putting in your retainer at night can be tricky. Whether you’re helping a child or teenager with his or her retainer or dealing with your own, taking care of your retainer is critical. You may know all about braces, but wearing a retainer is a different story. While the process is relatively simple, it is something you need to understand. Use this guide to learn more about how to care for retainers after braces and make sure yours is working properly for you. all about braces

Protect Your Retainer

Your dentist or orthodontist probably told you all about braces. As you learned, you can’t do much with your braces on your own. Your retainer, in contrast, requires a fair amount of maintenance and care from the wearer. Learning how to care for retainers after braces can help you protect your retainer and keep it in good condition.

The first and most important thing to do to care for your retainer is to treat it gently. That means storing it in its case when not in use in a place where nobody will sit or step on it or knock it onto the floor. Ideally, you should store your retainer somewhere near your toothbrush since that’s where you’ll likely put it in before bed.

When traveling with your retainer, make sure you don’t put it in your checked luggage. Keep your retainer with you or in a hard case that isn’t easy to damage. Otherwise, you may arrive at your destination with a damaged retainer, which means you’ll need to have a new one made for you.

Check for Signs of Wear

Properly taken care of, your retainer should last a long time. However, for some people, wearing a retainer into their early 20s isn’t uncommon. Your dentist will likely want you to wear it until your jaw stops growing and the positions of your teeth have stabilized. To make sure you’re getting all of the benefits of your retainer, learning **how to care for retainers after braces** is important. Take the time to inspect it visually once in a while to make sure no damage has occurred. Even minor cracks and bent spots can make your retainer less helpful. Your dentist may have told you all about braces and inspecting them, and the same advice applies to your retainer. Also note if your retainer feels different in your mouth over time, so you can let your dentist or orthodontist know.

Clean Your Retainer Regularly

Naturally, your retainer is going to get a little dirty from time to time and need a cleaning. After all, the bacteria in your mouth will collect on your retainer just like on a toothbrush. Unlike a toothbrush, replacing your retainer isn’t something you can do at the drug store for less than $5. That’s why knowing how to care for retainers after braces and clean them properly is so important. To clean your retainer, one of the best things you can do is to cover it in baking soda in a small container. That will help absorb odors and begin to get rid of germs and bacteria you want to eliminate. You can also clean your retainer with a mixture of water and baking soda and a toothbrush. Gently use a homemade paste prepared from a few tablespoons of baking soda and a few drops of water to scrub the retainer. Let the retainer dry before putting it back into its case for storage. You should also clean your retainer case from time to time. Interested in learning more about how you can care for your retainer after braces? Then contact us today! Furthermore, for additional information, view our social links: Facebook, Instagram, and X kapadia2

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Surgical Orthodontics: Procedures, Receiving the Treatment, and the Aftermath

Hollywood stars thank their spouses, their managers, even their fitness gurus. But if they thought about it, they’d thank their orthodontist in every award speech. After all, a winning smile is the first thing people notice about you. It says that you’re healthy, happy, and confident. Put your best face forward with today’s surgical orthodontics treatments.

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Different Types of Braces You Can Get to Straighten Your Teeth

If you’re contemplating getting braces, you’re probably hearing that you’ll have plenty to smile about once your teeth are straightened and the experience is over. But your choices in braces are worth smiling about, too. While your parents had no choice about the matter—orthodontists fitted their patients with metal braces and only metal braces—you can now choose from different types of braces, including metal, ceramic, or Invisalign. Consider: types of braces

Metal Braces

Of the different types of braces available today, metal braces are the ones that your parents had and what most people still picture when they think of braces. Back then, metal braces were made of stainless steel, which often stained teeth. To combat this problem, today’s metal braces are made with a combination of stainless steel and nickel titanium. While the concept has remained the same—a small bracket is bonded to each tooth, and the brackets are joined by a wire—today’s metal brackets are smaller and therefore less noticeable than those of the past.

Ceramic Braces

Self-conscious people from your parents’ generation probably would have given their eye teeth for ceramic braces. Among the different types of braces, ceramic braces offer a less noticeable option. While the brackets are the same size and shape as those of metal braces, they are clear or tooth-colored so that they are less noticeable. The wires are available in these subtle colors, too. Although you may have heard that ceramic braces are more likely to break than metal braces, manufacturers have improved ceramic braces by making each bracket thicker and therefore sturdier.

Invisalign

If your parents had given their eye teeth for ceramic braces, they likely would not have been able to imagine Invisalign braces. These braces consist of between 18 and 30 custom plastic aligners, replaced about every two weeks, which many people liken to mouth guards. That’s a fitting comparison, because Invisalign braces are removable, meaning you take them out when you eat and brush and floss your teeth. As their name suggests, Invisalign braces are practically invisible, making them one of the most discreet types of braces available. However, Invisalign braces are best suited for patients with minor orthodontic issues, not major or complicated ones.

Kapadia Can Help You Choose from These Types of Braces

You might already have a favorite among these types of braces. But before you get too swept away with enthusiasm, be sure to make an appointment with the orthodontic experts at Kapadia Orthodontics. During your free initial visit, we will:

  • Review your medical and dental history
  • Perform a complete oral exam to determine if and when treatment is needed
  • Estimate a treatment time
  • Review the approximate treatment fee
  • Answer all your questions
With all this information in hand, you will be better educated and therefore better prepared to choose among the different types of braces—giving you reason to practice that new smile you can show off for a lifetime. Interested in learning more? Contact Kapadia Orthodontics today! Furthermore, for additional information, view our social links: Facebook, Instagram, and X kapadia3

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New Advanced Technology Can Get You the Smile of Your Dreams!

The first thing people notice about you? Your eyes. A very close runner-up? Your smile. Make a winning impression every time with the smile of your dreams. Today’s advanced orthodontics and dentistry technology integrates a variety of methods to deliver gleaming, beautiful smiles. Not only will our advanced technology improve your overall appearance, but it can also lead to better functionality and health. Win-win!

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4 Signs It’s Time to Get Braces

There comes a time when it is apparent that a child should be checked to see if he or she needs braces. As children’s mouths form, genetics and habits like thumb-sucking can lead to crooked teeth and other abnormalities in the mouth structure that can have an impact on how they eat, their speech patterns, and their appearance. Dentists and orthodontists will look for common signs that indicate the need for orthodontic treatment.

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Benefits That Come From an Early Orthodontic Treatment

Early orthodontic treatment, also known as “interceptive” or “phase one” treatment, can begin as early as age seven. This is the age when permanent teeth first begin to push their way in and when orthodontic problems first begin to appear. For this reason, the AAO (American Association of Orthodontics) recommends that children as young as seven years old be screened to determine their need for orthodontic treatment.

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Kapadia Orthodontics
405 Alexandria Blvd. Suite 110‎
Oviedo, FL 32765
ph: (407) 366-3300
fax: (407) 366-8244
email: info@k-orthodontics.com

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Monday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday: 8:00am - 6:00pm
Closed Friday, Saturday & Sunday

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