Dependable Orthodontics in San Marcos
Whether your child needs orthodontics or you're considering addressing dental misalignment in your own smile, our practice is here for you. At Smiles of San Marcos, we're proud to offer comprehensive orthodontic services ranging from traditional braces to ClearCorrect® aligners. Dr. Liliane Shepard and her talented dental staff can't wait to help your family get the straight and healthy smiles you deserve.
We've been a trusted source of orthodontics to San Marcos residents and those in its surrounding areas for years. Our dental office pairs a wealth of knowledge with a compassionate chairside manner to create an orthodontic experience that's sure to leave you satisfied. Call or visit our practice today to schedule your next appointment and learn more about our extensive orthodontic offerings!
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3 Benefits of Orthodontics
It's normal to feel uncertain or apprehensive about our orthodontic services. At Smiles of San Marcos, we want you to make informed and confident oral health decisions. That's why our knowledgeable and personable staff is here to explain what our services entail and answer any questions you may have. Some of the benefits of our San Marcos orthodontics that are worth considering include:
- Improving Functionality: When your teeth are properly aligned, you're able to bite and chew without pain, discomfort, or uneven wear on your teeth.
- Reducing Complications: Eliminating gaps between your teeth makes it difficult for debris to get trapped between them and lead to complications like tooth decay.
- Improving Self-Confidence: Having a straight and beautiful smile helps you show your personality to the world.
Catering to Your Orthodontic Needs
Whether you're a patient of record or new to our practice, Dr. Shepard will start the process by conducting an extensive oral exam. By looking at the condition of your teeth, gums, and jawbones, she'll determine if you're an ideal candidate for orthodontics and if it can address your needs. It's important to note that the process may be different if you're bringing in your child for orthodontics, as there's more of an emphasis on the development of their smile.
Once you've been given the green light by our dentist, our team will sit down with you to outline your treatment plan. Your plan will include what services we think would be right for your smile. You can rest assured that we don't recommend unnecessary services and can explain what each service entails and why we recommend it. Some of the components of you or your family member's treatment plan may include:
- Phase 1 Orthodontics: Phase 1 orthodontics, also called early interceptive treatment, is a collection of preventive and interceptive services for children. By monitoring and correcting dental irregularities, we help improve your child's facial balance, dental development, and overall alignment of their teeth. Although our dentist will work with you to determine what treatment entails, it commonly includes space maintainers, functional appliances, and limited application of braces.
- Phase 2 Orthodontics: Once your child has reached a certain point in their dental development, our dentist will move forward with phase 2 orthodontics. This phase is characterized by the use of traditional braces and retainers and is considered the final step in your child's orthodontic journey. It's important to note that phase 1 is typically completed before the age of 14, while phase 2 starts after it.
- Braces: At Smiles of San Marcos, we're proud to offer traditional braces for adults and teens alike. Treatment consists of using wires and brackets to gradually shift your teeth to their desired positions. Our San Marcos braces can be an ideal solution for a wide range of patients, as it's effective for addressing mild, moderate, and severe dental misalignment.
- ClearCorrect Aligners: If you're looking for a discreet and effective way to straighten your smile, ClearCorrect aligners may be perfect for you. ClearCorrect uses a series of transparent aligners to shift your teeth to their desired positions. The transparent appearance of ClearCorrect makes them an excellent option for patients who would otherwise feel self-conscious with traditional braces.
- Orthodontic Extrusion: Our dental practice prides itself on the wide range of our orthodontic offerings. As such, we offer orthodontic extrusion, which uses brackets and wires to move your teeth away from your jawbone. We typically recommend orthodontic extrusion for broken teeth and as an alternative option to crown lengthening.
Quality San Marcos Braces
At Smiles of Marcos, we're passionate about helping our patients get the aligned and healthy smiles they deserve. Whether your child needs treatment or you're interested in straightening your smile, our practice is here for you. You can breathe easy knowing that we'll work to make your time with us as relaxing as possible. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and get the San Marcos orthodontics!
CALL US: (760) 480-1750 REQUEST APPOINTMENT
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