Tired of crooked teeth? Dr. Keith Warr and Dr. Margaret Hyams offer instant orthodontics to help you achieve a straighter, more beautiful smile in less time than traditional orthodontic treatments. We invite you to call Warr Dental at 801-355-5385 to schedule a consultation with our Millcreek dentist and learn if instant orthodontics in Millcreek, Utah, is right for you!
What is Instant Orthodontics?
Most people hear “orthodontics” and think about traditional braces, which are a more time-consuming treatment and may bring to mind feelings of discomfort, embarrassment, or the use of headgear or other appliances during treatment.
With instant orthodontics, this is no longer the case! Instant orthodontics works to align your teeth and smile in a matter of just a few weeks, rather than months or years. This treatment works by using custom-made porcelain veneers to cover and correct the flaws in your teeth, giving you a beautiful and long-lasting result for your smile.
Our Millcreek dentist will typically recommend this treatment for patients who have a good bite but whose smile is marred by crooked teeth, gaps between their teeth, or the slight turning of one or more teeth. When you visit our office for your initial consultation, our Millcreek dentist will take the time to discuss your smile goals with you, listening carefully to your concerns in order to provide you with a thoughtful treatment plan that can meet your unique needs and provide you with the desired results.
We will also discuss the details about your oral health, smile and instant orthodontics with you, providing detailed information about how your treatment will work, how long your treatment will take to complete, and any additional care or maintenance required to keep your smile beautiful following treatment. For example, our Millcreek dentist may recommend a night guard if you grind your teeth as it will help prevent your new smile from sustaining any damage.
How to Know if Instant Orthodontics Are Right for You?
If instant orthodontics is right for you, we will discuss how you can prepare to receive your treatment and what you can expect during your treatment process. For example, we will make sure you are taking good care of your teeth and gums with brushing and flossing, and we may also recommend that you plan on maintaining a softer diet that will be gentler on your temporary veneers following your first visit.
Your treatment will take two appointments to complete — one where your teeth are prepared, impressions are taken and temporary veneers placed; and one where your final veneers will be bonded to your teeth to give you a renewed smile.
For more information about instant orthodontics and to schedule your appointment with Dr. Warr or Dr. Hyams, please contact our team at 801-355-5385.
Frequently Asked Questions About Instant Orthodontics
What Is Instant Orthodontics?
When most people think about orthodontic treatment they think of braces or clear aligner therapy, or even of appliances such as headgear. We are pleased to offer an alternative to these options with instant orthodontics. Instant orthodontics involves the use of porcelain dental veneers to correct flaws in your teeth, making crooking teeth appear straight or closing spaces between the teeth. This treatment takes just two or three weeks to complete rather than months or years, and in many cases, it offers a more aesthetic final result than more traditional orthodontic options.
Who Is a Candidate for Instant Orthodontics?
Instant orthodontics is a good option for adults of all ages who have good oral health. Our may recommend this option for you if:
- You have crooked teeth, gapped teeth or slight turning of one or more teeth
- Your bite is generally good
- You do not have significant gum disease, tooth decay or other oral health problems
During your initial consultation, our will carefully evaluate your teeth and mouth and discuss your concerns and smile goals with you to determine if instant orthodontics is right for you. We will also discuss the details of your instant orthodontics treatment to ensure that you understand the process of your treatment should you receive it. If you have a preexisting condition, you will need to receive treatment for that condition prior to receiving instant orthodontics. Additionally, if you clench or grind your teeth, our may also recommend that you wear a custom night guard to protect your teeth following treatment.
Receiving Instant Orthodontics
Your instant orthodontics treatment will take two to three visits over a period of several weeks to complete. Following your consultation, our dentists and team will begin treatment planning by taking photographs and other necessary measurements. At your first main visit, our dentists will prepare your teeth to receive the veneers, reducing surface enamel as needed and taking impressions. Temporary veneers will be provided to help reduce sensitivity and prevent damage while you wait for your final veneers to be completed.
At your second visit, our dentists will remove the temporary veneers and place your completed porcelain veneers onto your teeth. We will check that your veneers fit perfectly prior to bonding them permanently into place.
Please be aware that you may experience some tooth sensitivity (but this is rare) during your treatment process. Although rare, this sensitivity typically occurs while eating or drinking hot or cold substances. Sensitivity is usually temporary and should be resolved after your veneers have been permanently bonded to your teeth. You may use toothpaste for sensitive teeth to alleviate this symptom in the meantime. If sensitivity persists, please call our office and speak with our dentists.
Benefits of Instant Orthodontics
Advantages of instant orthodontics include:
- Porcelain veneers provide much faster results — you can enjoy your new smile in just a few weeks rather than living with braces for months or years.
- Your teeth are shaped and recontoured when you receive veneers to help them achieve their best possible appearance.
- An immediately brighter smile, without stains or discolorations.
- Beautiful results that last for 20 years or more.
Care of Your Smile Following Treatment
Instant orthodontics requires ongoing maintenance. You will need to care for your teeth and smile with daily brushing and flossing. We also recommend that you avoid biting on hard objects, and our dentists may recommend a night guard to protect your smile while you sleep if you grind or clench your teeth.
Please be aware that, while veneers are very durable, they can chip or sustain other damage over time. If this happens, the veneer will need to be replaced. Please contact our office if you have concerns about your veneers or need to make an appointment with our dentists and team.
For more information about instant orthodontics and to schedule your consultation, give us a call today!
