All Dental Treatments

Orthodontics

Orthodontic care may help teeth move into better positions and improve how they bite together. Braces and clear aligners are possible options.

Orthodontics illustration

How the treatment works

Choose a procedure to see its steps.

Fixed braces · 5 steps

Illustration of assess alignment in fixed braces
Step 01

Assess alignment

Examine bite, gums, crowding and the need for records.

Illustration of plan tooth movements in fixed braces
Step 02

Plan tooth movements

Explain appliance type, expected reviews and limitations.

Illustration of fit brackets and wire in fixed braces
Step 03

Fit brackets and wire

Bond brackets to tooth surfaces and place an archwire.

Illustration of monitor and adjust in fixed braces
Step 04

Monitor and adjust

Check progress and adjust parts of the appliance as appropriate.

Illustration of remove and retain in fixed braces
Step 05

Remove and retain

Remove appliances when appropriate and fit a retainer.

Clear aligners · 5 steps

Illustration of check eligibility in clear aligners
Step 01

Check eligibility

Evaluate dental alignment, bite and the health of teeth and gums.

Illustration of plan the sequence in clear aligners
Step 02

Plan the sequence

Review a proposed series of tooth movements and limitations.

Illustration of fit aligners in clear aligners
Step 03

Fit aligners

Check tray seating and any attachments when needed.

Illustration of review progress in clear aligners
Step 04

Review progress

Attend checks and change trays only as directed.

Illustration of retain the result in clear aligners
Step 05

Retain the result

Use retainers after active movement according to advice.

After Treatment

  • Clean carefully around braces or aligners and between teeth.
  • Follow guidance about food, appliance wear and scheduled reviews.
  • Report broken hardware, persistent soreness or an appliance that does not fit.
  • Use the prescribed retainer after active treatment.

These illustrations explain typical care, not an individual diagnosis. Your dentist will explain which steps and aftercare apply to you.