Orthodontics
Orthodontics
Align Your Smile to Prevent Future Risks
Correcting your bite is about much more than just a beautiful smile.
A balanced alignment improves chewing and makes teeth far easier to clean, significantly lowering your risk of cavities and gum disease. Ultimately, orthodontics is an investment in your long-term oral and overall health.
Are you concerned about misaligned teeth?
- Crowded or crooked teeth.
- Concerns about an underbite or protruding teeth (overjet).
- Difficulty with clear pronunciation or articulation.
- Feeling self-conscious about the alignment of your teeth.
- Hesitation or anxiety when speaking.
- Difficulty closing your front teeth completely (an open bite).
- Noticeable gaps or spaces between your teeth.
- A desire to improve the overall appearance of your smile and teeth.
- A tendency to have your mouth open or difficulty keeping your lips closed.
Our Approach to Orthodontic Care
Alignment Concerns Can Happen to Anyone
Alignment Concerns Can Affect Anyone
Body: While often seen as cosmetic or just for children, orthodontics is frequently an essential treatment for adults.
For example, it’s vital for rebalancing the bite after tooth loss, creating a stable foundation for a future crown or implant. Without it, surrounding teeth can shift, leading to compromised results. Early orthodontic intervention can also correct a problematic bite and prevent significant issues from developing later in life.
What happens if I ignore my crooked teeth?
Orthodontic treatment is about more than just aesthetics—it is essential for a healthy bite and overall oral health.
Poor alignment can:
- Increase the risk of cavities and gum disease.
- Affect your speech and ability to chew properly.
- Lead to jaw joint (TMJ) disorders.
We utilize advanced digital technology to provide orthodontic treatment that is tailored to your specific needs while ensuring a more comfortable patient experience.
If you’re interested, we invite you to schedule a free consultation!
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For the best results with implants or crowns, we first recommend orthodontics to correct your bite and alignment. We offer both traditional wire braces and modern clear aligners.
Expert Bite Therapy from a Board-Certified Occlusion Specialist
At our clinic, our director—a Board-Certified Occlusion Specialist from the Japan Academy of Gnathology and Occlusion—provides comprehensive treatment that addresses not only the cosmetic appearance of your smile but also the overall health of your bite.
By guiding your teeth into their proper positions and creating a balanced bite, you can experience the following benefits:
- Reduces strain on your teeth and jaw
- Improves chewing and diet
- Supports your overall health
Orthodontic Treatment ①
Wire Braces (Gummetal) & Clear Aligners
We offer two primary orthodontic methods: traditional wire braces (using advanced Gummetal wire) and clear aligners (including Invisalign® and our custom in-house aligners). We may also use a combination of both.
Neither approach is inherently superior. We will recommend the best treatment plan for your specific situation, leveraging the unique advantages of each method.
Wire Braces (Gummetal)
Advantages of Wire Braces (Using Gummetal)
- Shorter treatment times (often completed within a year).
- Rapid initial alignment for crowded or crooked teeth.
- Full control over molar movement for better overall bite correction.
- Achieves long-term stability, though may require wisdom tooth extraction.
Clear Aligners
Advantages of Clear Aligners
- Nearly invisible for a discreet, aesthetically pleasing treatment.
- Removable for easy eating, brushing, and flossing.
- Comfortable to wear with minimal irritation.
However, success with clear aligners depends entirely on wearing them as directed.
To provide the most flexible care, we offer both Invisalign® and our own custom in-house aligners, which are digitally crafted here at our clinic to best suit your specific needs.
Orthodontic Treatment ②
The 4D Aligner (Direct Print Aligner – DPA)
Introducing the 4D Aligner (Direct Print Aligner – DPA) System
As of March 2024, we are proud to introduce the 4D Aligner (Direct Print Aligner – DPA) system, featuring the highly researched and proven LucCreo™ product line.
This is a cutting-edge clear aligner system that utilizes innovative shape-memory technology.
Features of the 4D Aligner
The 4D Aligner system we offer has several unique advantages:
- Shape-memory technology allows for more efficient tooth movement, requiring fewer aligners to complete treatment.
- In-house direct printing significantly reduces the waiting time for your custom aligners.
- Improved fit and accuracy by printing directly from digital scans, eliminating the need for physical models.
- Enhanced grip provides smoother and more predictable tooth movement.
Due to these benefits, we highly recommend this system for patients who want to achieve a stable, ideal bite more quickly.
Case
A case of orthodontic treatment (aligner orthodontics, ceramic restorations) performed while the teeth remained, in preparation for the future.
Before
After
| Chief Complaint | Concerns about the future of her teeth |
|---|---|
| Diagnosis | Dental malocclusion (crowding), congenitally missing teeth, and fused teeth |
| Age / Gender | Female, 50s |
| Treatment Duration / Visits | 40 months |
| Treatment Method | At the initial examination, the patient presented with multiple non-vital teeth (teeth without nerve) accompanied by malocclusion, and future complications from tooth fracture were anticipated. Before problems arose in each tooth, clear aligner orthodontics was used to correct tooth positioning, followed by ceramic restorations, with the goal of reducing long-term risks. |
| Cost | ¥4,000,000 |
| Notes | Full-mouth treatment is required, so the treatment period will be lengthy. Some procedures are not covered by insurance, resulting in additional costs. During the treatment period, the patient must live with temporary crowns, which may occasionally become damaged or dislodged. |
| Remarks |
After Treatment: The Retention Phase
The retention phase is a crucial final step to prevent your teeth from shifting back (relapse).
Properly wearing your retainer as instructed is the only way to protect the investment you’ve made in your treatment and keep your new smile stable for the long term.
Protecting Your Smile After Orthodontics
We recommend one to two check-ups per year after your orthodontic treatment is complete.
These visits are essential for monitoring your retainer and providing professional cleanings to prevent cavities and gum disease. Consistent care is the key to preserving your beautiful, healthy new smile.