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Procedures and Appliances

The Ideal Treatment for Your Ideal Smile

Discover the range of advanced treatment and appliance options available at Pittman Orthodontics. Our knowledgeable team is here to guide you through each option, ensuring you receive the best care tailored to your needs. When you’re ready to find the perfect solution for your smile, schedule your complimentary consultation with us today, and let Dr. Pittman and our expert team help you achieve the smile you’ve always dreamed of.

Maintaining Your
Perfect Smile

Retainers are essential for maintaining the results of your orthodontic treatment. They keep your teeth in their new positions, preventing them from shifting back.

Retainers

Types of Retainers:

Fixed Retainers:
Bonded to the back of your teeth, providing constant support.
Removal Retainers:
Made of clear plastic or acrylic, these can be easily taken out for cleaning and eating.

Dynaflex CS5 Spring

Efficient Tooth Movement

Dynaflex CS5 Springs are used to apply gentle, continuous pressure to teeth, helping to correct alignment without the need for frequent adjustments.

Benefits:

Efficient: Promotes faster tooth movement.
Comfortable: Designed to minimize discomfort during treatment.

Herbst Appliance

Correcting Jaw Alignment

The Herbst Appliance is used primarily to correct bite issues by encouraging proper jaw growth and alignment, particularly in younger patients.

Benefits:

Efficient: Helps in treating severe overbites.
Comfortable: Reduces the need for more invasive procedures later on.

Elastics

Fine-Tuning Your Bite

Elastics, or rubber bands, are used in conjunction with braces to improve the fit of your bite by applying additional pressure to specific areas.

Benefits:

Versatile: Can be used to address various bite issues.
Adjustable: Easy to manage and replace daily.

Palatal Expander (RPE)

Creating Space for Alignment

A Palatal Expander (RPE) is used to widen the upper jaw, creating more space for teeth alignment and improving overall bite function.

Benefits:

Efficient: Helps correct crossbites and crowded teeth.
Non-Surgical: Achieves results without invasive surgery.

Bite Turbos

Bite Turbos are small, temporary devices bonded to the back of the front teeth to help open the bite and prevent damage to braces.

Enhancing
Treatment Efficiency

Bite Turbos are small, temporary devices bonded to the back of the front teeth to help open the bite and prevent damage to braces.

Benefits:

Protective: Prevents brackets from breaking.
Efficient: Speeds up the alignment process.

IPR

Creating Space with Precision

Interproximal Reduction (IPR) involves the removal of small amounts of enamel from between the teeth to create space for alignment.

Benefits:

Minimally Invasive: Preserves the majority of tooth structure.
Precise: Allows for controlled and accurate space creation.

Laser Gingivectomy

Perfecting Your Gum Line

Laser Gingivectomy is a procedure that reshapes the gum line to enhance the appearance of your smile and improve oral health.

Benefits:

Quick and Painless: Minimally invasive with a fast recovery.
Aesthetic Improvement: Creates a more symmetrical and pleasing gum line.

Ready to explore which treatment or appliance is right for you?

Contact Pittman Orthodontics to schedule your complimentary consultation. Our experienced team is here to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile with the latest in orthodontic care.
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