Cosmetic teeth alignment is a procedure that aims at correcting the alignment of your teeth. People who are conscious of their misaligned teeth and unhappy with their overall teeth appearance, opt for cosmetic teeth alignment in Dubai.
The Need for Cosmetic Teeth Alignment
One can have misaligned and crooked teeth owing to the following reasons;
- Genetics
- Poor jaw development
- Thrusting tongue forward against the teeth
- Reverse swallowing
- Thumb sucking
- Injury or physical trauma on teeth while growing
Having crooked, over-crowded teeth can lead one to have a poor smile. A poor smile can cause you to have shattered self-esteem and a very poor self-image. The goal of the cosmetic teeth alignment is not only to straighten the misaligned teeth but also to improve oral hygiene.
How to Choose the Right Dentist for Cosmetic Teeth Alignment
Having a successful cosmetic teeth alignment procedure depends on choosing the right cosmetic dentist who is an expert in cosmetic teeth straightening treatments. A good cosmetic dentist should be a board-certified doctor and should be associated with a reputable dental clinic in Dubai. Other characteristics of a good cosmetic dentist include;
- He should be able to show you photos of previous teeth alignment procedures.
- He should have good reviews from previous patients.
- He should have a keen artistic eye.
- His focus should be on the safety and care of the patient.
- He should have a good oral aesthetic sense.
Note that cosmetic teeth alignment is performed by a professional cosmetic dentist and not by any medical aestheticians.
Pre-Procedure Guidelines
After selecting the right dentist for your cosmetic teeth alignment procedure, the next step is having a detailed consultation. During this session, you and your dentist will discuss why you need the procedure and what you hope to achieve. You should also discuss your expectations, the whole process, including cosmetic teeth alignment cost in Dubai and everything that will be involved until your recovery period.
Right before the procedure, the cosmetic dentist is going to check your medical history as well as if you are or have had been taking any medications. He will also physically examine your teeth, gums, and jawline in detail. He will further take X-rays and 3-D models of your teeth and take photos so that you can see the difference after the procedure.
Before the cosmetic teeth alignment treatment or any other procedure, whether surgical or non-surgical, you should have a healthy lifestyle. You should follow a proper diet plan and exercise regularly. You should take the recommended medications properly. You should stop smoking a week before the procedure. You should discontinue alcohol consumption and also avoid taking drugs that include aspirin. Use of Anti-inflammatory drugs should also be halted. You should not drink or eat anything a few hours before the procedure.
The Procedure
There are certain state-of-the-art options for the cosmetic teeth alignment, which can be chosen for the desired results. The choice of the procedure depends upon the preferences and the goals of the candidate. Sometimes, other than the choice, the cosmetic dentist himself suggests the right procedure by keeping in view the candidate’s condition. However, these options include;
- Traditional Braces
The traditional or fixed braces are the most common type of braces, and they produce effective results. The traditional braces consist of four parts: bracket, bonding material, arch wire, and ligature elastic. The small brackets are attached to the teeth and are connected with a thin wire; in this way, all the parts exert pressure on the teeth in a specific direction. With time, the teeth shift into the proper positions. These braces are visible, and the candidate has to wear the wires for the varying time period between six months to three years. However, follow-up appointments are to be conducted regularly to produce good results.
- This treatment takes an hour or two to get done.
- It is performed in an Outpatient setting.
- It requires a numbing cream or local anesthesia.
- Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are truly invisible and are attached to the inside surfaces of the teeth, instead of the front. Like traditional braces, lingual braces to apply gentle yet continuous pressure on the teeth, to help them to shift to its proper position. The braces are hidden, and the wearing time varies between six months to three years.
- The lingual braces get fixed in a couple of hours.
- It is performed on an Outpatient basis.
- Local anesthesia is administered for the treatment.
- Invisalign
The modern product is invisible and the most convenient for teeth alignment. The technique uses a computer to generate an image of the perfectly aligned teeth based on an individual’s dental alignment. The cosmetic dentist takes pictures and prepares a 3-D model of your teeth to create customized aligners by keeping in view the relevant size. The aligners gently alter the position of the uneven teeth into perfect alignment by keeping in view the perfectly aligned teeth according to the computer-generated image. It requires fewer follow-up visits and the length of time for which aligners are worn varies from candidate to candidate.
Recovery
Less time is required for cosmetic teeth alignment recovery. You will feel irritation and a sense of discomfort in your teeth after braces. The discomfort will plateau for some weeks. You can also expect swelling in the relevant gums, which will subside with time. You can have difficulty in eating in the early days. If you have overcrowded teeth, one or more than one teeth could be extracted for better results. However, in the case of lingual braces, you will have to experience the speech challenges, since they bother the tongue and mouth from inside.
Over the regular interval of time, you will have follow-up appointments with the cosmetic dentist to tighten the wires and to manipulate the aligners.
It is important to follow any guidelines or instructions given by the plastic surgeon for faster healing and to avoid complications or risks.
Post-Procedure Guidelines
You will have to take the medicines prescribed by your doctor. Painkillers will be prescribed in case of pain and discomfort. You might have bruising in your surrounding gums owing to the surgical instruments and sharp wires. Wax bars will be provided so that they can be applied on the sharp edges of the wires. You will be recommended to eat soft food and liquid in the early days since the tightening effect of the wires can influence your chewing and eating. You will be given topical gels to be applied on the gums, in case of swelling and tooth extraction. You will be recommended specific brushing techniques to clean your teeth. A medicated mouthwash will be prescribed to improve oral hygiene. Sugary and sticky food will not be recommended as they can cause problems for the candidate while eating.
Risks & Complications
Fewer risks are associated with cosmetic teeth alignment, which should be discussed with the cosmetic dentist before the procedure. The possible cosmetic teeth alignment risks include;
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Swelling
- Pain
- Eating Problems
- Drooling and speech issues
Ideal Candidate for the Cosmetic Teeth Alignment
You can be an ideal candidate for the cosmetic teeth alignment if;
- You have uneven
- Your front teeth stick out.
- Upper and lower jaws are not symmetrical.
- Your teeth are overcrowded, overlapping, or crooked.
- You are unable to bite evenly.
- You are over 18.
- You do not smoke.
- You have poor oral hygiene due to twisted teeth.
Expected Results
The incredible and natural cosmetic teeth alignment results are produced after the specific period of wearing the braces or the aligners. The results are permanent, and your crooked teeth and improper jaws get corrected, and therefore you get a beautiful and a healthy smile.
After the dental braces are removed, the newly straightened teeth need to be stabilized for a specific time or lifetime to prevent the teeth from shifting back to their previous position. For this purpose, a retainer will be fixed at the back of the teeth for a specific period or a lifetime.
Benefits of Cosmetic Teeth Alignment
Various diverse benefits are enjoyed by the candidates who undergo cosmetic teeth alignment in Dubai. These include;
- Your teeth get perfectly aligned.
- Your both the jaws become symmetrical.
- Extra teeth are extracted out, thus improving the appearance of your teeth.
- It makes your smile attractive.
- It upgrades your overall personality.
- It improves your oral hygiene.
- It boosts your self-esteem and grows your cultural acceptance.
Get in Touch
At Aesthetics by Kings College Hospital, we have some of the best dentists in Dubai. Our cosmetic teeth alignment dentists are board-certified and focus on the safety and care of every patient in a compassionate environment with state-of-the-art facilities. To book a consultation, get in touch using the contact details give, and one of our patient-care staff will book an appointment for you.
