All You Need to Know About Braces – Records
At Favero Dental, our philosophy of complete dental care means that we aim to be the only dentists you’ll need. We have a legacy of treating all of your oral health needs without expensive specialists or extra visits to different dental offices. We have decades of experience and we have been serving families for generations.
“Love Favero Dental! Dr’s Rex and Tiffany are both amazing. From routine dental work, to extractions, root canals and braces, we have had great experiences.” -Kristi
Did you know we do braces too? In 1998 Dr. Rex graduated from the post graduate orthodontic program at the United States Dental Institute in San Francisco. This gives Favero Dental the expertise to install your braces so you can start getting the smile you’ve dreamed of.
Finding out that you or your child needs braces can be a bit confusing or even overwhelming. From spotting that first crooked tooth, to the dozens of adjustments, and then beyond your final payment, having braces doesn’t need to be a mystery and can be a lot less intimidating when you know what’s coming.
Over a series of articles we will help walk you through all you need to know about braces, starting with the basics.
The first step, after you have determined braces are necessary, is to have orthodontic records taken. These records are a vitally important part of the treatment process. They will provide the necessary information to make an accurate diagnosis and develop an appropriate treatment plan. Orthodontic records are usually comprised of the following: A clinical exam, Panoramic X-ray, Cephalometric X-ray, Pictures, and Impressions (or models) of the teeth and bite.
Clinical Exam
The clinical exam is an extension of the examination performed at the initial exam. A more thorough review of the dental, soft tissue, and jaw problems are recorded to form the basis of the diagnosis.
Panoramic X-ray
A panoramic x-ray is crucial to fully visualize the entire upper and lower teeth and jaws. The x-ray provides information about the jaw bone, roots, jaw joint, as well as evaluation for the presence of extra teeth, impacted teeth, or missing teeth. (pictured below)
Cephalometric X-ray
A cephalometric x-ray is another x-ray taken during the records appointment. This x-ray provides important information regarding the position of the jaws and front teeth, as well as providing a baseline starting point to monitor growth in younger patients. (pictured below)
Up next…All You Need to Know About Braces – Placing the Braces
