Friday, August 31, 2012

What’s a palatal expander and why would I need one?

A palatal expander “expands” (or widens) your upper jaw by putting gentle pressure on your upper molars and is used to make the bottom and upper teeth fit together better. It also makes more room for teeth and helps to promote a broader, more aesthetic smile.

Palatal expansion is usually not painful, but you may feel some minor discomfort. It’ll take a little time for you to get used to your appliance, so you may experience difficulty speaking and swallowing for the first day or two.

Adjusting your appliance as directed will ensure you keep on schedule with the rest of your orthodontic treatment plan. It takes about a few weeks to achieve the desired amount of expansion, after which you’ll keep wearing your expander for about six months, giving time for the new bone to form and stabilize. Our Clinic will give you detailed instructions about how to adjust your appliance and can answer any questions you may have about your palatal expander.

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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Invisalign Expert Beirut Lebanon

Our Expertise-Clinic Dr.George Bardawil Beirut -Lebanon

Invisalign – Straighter Teeth without BraceS

Improve your smile without braces using Invisalign!
Invisalign can improve a wide variety of bite, spacing and crowding issues using a series of custom made, nearly invisible, comfortable and removable aligners.
Some Benefits of using Invisalign:

Invisalign is nearly invisible! It often just isn't practical for many people to wear the traditional "train-track" braces. Invisalign gives you the freedom to straighten your teeth with confidence.
Invisalign is completely removable making for easy brushing and flossing! Many people struggle to maintain good oral hygiene while wearing conventional braces.
Straighter teeth! A properly aligned smile can improve gum health, chewing, speech and put less pressure on supporting bone and jaw joints – not to mention you will love how it looks!

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Orthodontist Beirut Lebanon

Serving Beirut-Lebanon- Dr. George Bardawil is an orthodontic specialist, offering quality orthodontics and braces for children, teens, and adults.

Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you, and at Our Offices we want to help you make a lasting first impression. Dr. Bardawil is dedicated to working with you to create a unique treatment plan just for you, and to provide genuine orthodontic care for a lifetime of beautiful smiles.

We care about our patients

Our patients always come first. During your first appointment, Dr. Bardawil will spend time discussing all of your options, and getting to know exactly what you expect from your orthodontic treatment. We will design a treatment plan that meets your needs and accommodates your lifestyle. Dr. Bardawil offer several different orthodontic treatment options, including:

Braces without Embarrassment

Adults who need orthodontic care often share the misconception that they are too old for braces and would rather not deal with the embarrassment. You are probably familiar with horror stories about rubber bands snapping, mishaps with kissing, and unsightly food sticking in metal braces. Many adults believe that braces are just for children, but they are neglecting all the benefits of correcting misaligned teeth. Braces may cause you to feel self-conscious, but they are temporary. Along with straightening your teeth, braces also provide the following benefits:
• Better oral hygiene
• Easier to clean aligned teeth
• Less complicated dental procedures
• Eliminate the embarrassment of crooked teeth
One common reason for not correcting misaligned teeth is the appearance of metal braces. Adults do not want to face co-workers and friends with colored rubber bands and metal laced throughout their mouths. The expert healthcare professionals at SingHealth suggest several alternatives that are just as effective as metal braces. You have three options for correcting your misaligned teeth without the embarrassment, and they include :
• Ceramic braces
• Lingual braces
• Invisalign®
Ceramic braces are like metal ones except that they match the natural color of your teeth. This option is less noticeable and will usually not show up in photographs. Lingual braces are attached to your back teeth only, so no one will know that you have a corrective device. Invisalign consists of clear plastic coverings that you can remove for eating and teeth brushing. All of these options lead to a more attractive smile that you do not have to feel embarrassed about.
If you do choose metal braces to correct your teeth, you should consider the following suggestions for limiting embarrassing moments. The rubber bands holding the brackets in place come in silver, which will draw less attention to your mouth. Changing the removable rubber bands on a regular basis will help prevent the material from wearing down and snapping. If you chew with your back molars and cut your food into manageable bites, you are less likely to get particles stuck in your braces. Following our treatment advice and instructions will limit the time you have to wear corrective devices. Focus on the end result of straighter teeth whenever you feel particularly self-conscious about your braces.

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Benefits of orthodontic treatment:

Appearance -Correcting a bad bite often creates a more attractive smile, which frequently raises the patient’s self esteem.
Preventing Decay -It also results in a healthier mouth. It is much more difficult to thoroughly clean teeth that are crooked, protruding, overlapped, or crowed. This may allow plaque to build up, which can lead to gum disease, tooth decay and even tooth loss. Orthodontic treatment corrects these conditions, so cleaning can be more efficient.
Avoiding Alignment Issues -An uneven bite can interfere with the motions of chewing and speaking. This can cause abnormal wear to tooth enamel, which may require pricey cosmetic restorative treatments, such as crowns or veneers, to correct. It can also lead to problems with the jaws. Orthodontic treatment lessens the likelihood of those issues, as well.
Types of orthodontic treatment:
- Braces: Metal or ceramic brackets are bonded to the front of teeth. Wires and elastics are attached to the brackets to straighten teeth.
- Invisalign®: Advanced 3D computer images of the patients’ mouth are used to create clear, custom aligners that slowly move teeth. They are nearly invisible and are more comfortable than traditional braces. They are also removable, which makes it possible to continue with normal brushing and flossing.
- Retainers: A retainer is a removable piece worn inside the mouth that uses pressure to force teeth to move into proper alignment. They are used after braces are removed.
Length of orthodontic treatment:
Treatment typically ranges from 12 to 36 months. Factors include the age, cooperation level, and growth occurrence of the patient. The complexity of the case also impacts the treatment time.

Sunday, August 12, 2012

What are the Early Signs of Orthodontic Problems?

EARLY ORTHODONTIC SIGNS

Visibly crooked teeth are not the only reason to take your child into the orthodontist. There are some subtle things to look for as well, which may indicate the onset of more serious orthodontic issues. Many orthodontic issues are much easier to address if treated and corrected during a child’s development.
Waiting until facial development is complete or until the permanent teeth have come in can make correction of many orthodontic issues more challenging. Both children and adults can benefit from orthodontic care at any age, but addressing issues early is almost always the ideal choice.
If you’re wondering if you or your child might have need for orthodontic care, there are some things you can be on the lookout for. Here are some of the most common warning signs of orthodontic issues:
• Difficulty when chewing or biting
• Chronic mouth-breathing
• Sucking the thumb, the fingers, or any other oral sucking habits that continue after the age of six
• Overbite – when the upper teeth overlap the lower teeth by more than 5mm
• Top front teeth that cover more than 25% of the bottom teeth while biting
• Underbite – when the top front teeth go behind the bottom row of teeth when biting
• Crowded, crooked, overlapped, misshapen, misplaced teeth or extra teeth of any size
• Crossbite – when one or more teeth tilt toward the cheek or toward the tongue causing excessive stress on the jawbone
• The center of the top and bottom teeth don’t line up
• Uneven teeth-wearing
• Baby teeth coming out too early for the child’s age
• Pain in jaws
• Clicking in the jaw joints
• The jaw shifts off-center while chewing or biting
• A jaw that protrudes, or recedes, too much
• Difficulty speaking or enunciating clearly
• Chronic biting of the inner cheek or roof of the mouth
• Asymmetrical facial structure
• Grinding or clenching of the teeth
If you notice that either you or your child has one or more of these conditions, they could be signs that there is a risk of orthodontic or health problems. The sooner these problems are addressed, the wider and brighter you will be able to smile going forward!

Sunday, August 5, 2012

INVISALIGN HEALTH BENEFITS

Hamra,Beirut,Lebanon

The aesthetic and comfort advantages of Invisalign over traditional metal braces are clear. But the innovative design of Invisalign offers a number of health-related benefits as well.
If Beirut Expert Orthodontist provider Dr.George Bardawil determines that Invisalign is the best treatment option for your bite condition, we will discuss the full range of benefits and dental hygiene recommendations with you prior to beginning the Invisalign process.

Advantages of Removable Aligners

The Invisalign system consists of a series of clear, custom-fit aligners that you change at two-week intervals to progressively bring your teeth into alignment. The aligners are constructed of an FDA-approved, dental-grade, BPA-free plastic and are made to fit snugly over your teeth.
Although you need to wear Invisalign aligners 20 to 22 hours per day to achieve the desired results, the aligners are removable for eating and cleaning. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign comes with no restrictions regarding food, so you can maintain a healthy, balanced diet without having to worry about food particles lodging in metal brackets and contributing to plaque buildup.
Invisalign aligners are also easy to clean, which means it’s easy for you to maintain good oral hygiene. You can brush, floss and rinse normally after eating. Your Invisalign aligners are simple to clean by brushing and rinsing them in warm water.

Aesthetic and Functional Benefits of Invisalign

The primary benefits of Invisalign, of course, come after you complete the treatment process.

A properly aligned bite can enhance your self-confidence, but it also contributes to your overall dental health. A stable bite and aligned teeth contribute to healthier gums and help protect the structure of your teeth.
When your upper and lower jaws are aligned, you also gain improved functionality in how you speak, chew and swallow. Proper alignment of the jaw can also eliminate certain painful conditions such as chronic headaches that accompany undue stress on the joints and muscles in the jaw and mouth.

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of Invisalign, please contact us.