{"id":8293,"date":"2026-08-19T20:05:52","date_gmt":"2026-08-19T16:05:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nbdental.ge\/ortodontia-kvelasatvis\/"},"modified":"2026-08-19T20:05:52","modified_gmt":"2026-08-19T16:05:52","slug":"ortodontia-kvelasatvis","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nbdental.ge\/en\/ortodontia-kvelasatvis\/","title":{"rendered":"Orthodontics for Everyone"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Orthodontics for children<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The American Association of Orthodontists recommends scheduling an orthodontic consultation no later than age 6-7.
At this age, children have both baby and permanent teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Early treatment allows your orthodontist to:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Correct and guide the growth of your child’s jaw, allowing the permanent teeth to erupt correctly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Control the size of the jaws.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Create more room for the teeth.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Help avoid extraction of permanent teeth in the future.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Eliminate problems related to thumb sucking and speech.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    It isn’t always easy for parents to understand when orthodontic treatment needs to start<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    A few signs that tell you it’s time to start orthodontic treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Early or late loss of baby teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Mouth breathing<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Thumb sucking<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Crowded teeth, incorrectly positioned teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Jaw clicking or pain when opening the mouth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Teeth that are too close together or don’t meet at all<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • A mismatch between the size of the jaws and teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Crowding of the front teeth at age 7 or 8<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      A timely visit to the orthodontist is the guarantee of a healthy, beautiful smile for your children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Orthodontics for teenagers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Braces, retainers and everything you want to know about orthodontics!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      You’ve just heard the 3 words every teenager dreams of: \u201cYou need braces!\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Braces! What else?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      Don’t worry! Braces aren’t as scary as you imagine. Especially since today there’s a wide choice of braces – colors and materials make life easier, and they’re more comfortable and more fashionable than before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      How long will I have to wear braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      How long your treatment with braces lasts depends on 3 main factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      • Early treatment –<\/strong> early treatment allows the orthodontist to monitor jaw growth and prescribe further orthodontic treatment if needed. Not every young patient needs to start treatment right away. In some cases, the patient has to wait before starting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • What needs correcting –<\/strong> the amount of treatment needed to fix the problem determines how long it takes. The same problem may take 12 months to fix in one patient and 24 months in another. The length of treatment depends on how your body responds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        • You<\/strong>!<\/strong> –<\/strong> Your willingness<\/strong> to use all the appliances your orthodontist offers plays the biggest role in how long treatment lasts. Always remember to take care of your braces and appliances – it really will help you finish treatment on time.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The braces you’ll wear!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

          You have a wide choice of brace designs, materials and colors, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Ceramic braces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Lingual braces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • Traditional metal braces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

            Orthodontic braces are part of life for many young people. Braces used to have a bad reputation, but today they look good and are much more comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Orthodontics for adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            Orthodontic treatment is no longer just for teenagers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            The Canadian Association of Orthodontists says that one in five patients is over 21. Many adults start treatment because they understand how important it is for their health – and of course, they want a beautiful smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Common reasons adults consider orthodontic treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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            • A poor or incorrect bite, causing teeth to be positioned incorrectly<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Teeth that are too close together or too far apart, which can cause gum problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Abnormal jaw joint pain or tension caused by incorrectly positioned teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • The wish for a healthier, more beautiful smile<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

              Treatment options for adults<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

              For many adults, just the thought of metal braces is enough to make them change their mind about starting treatment. However, modern orthodontics offers many types of braces and appliances that are comfortable, aesthetic and designed to meet your needs. Types of braces include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Ceramic braces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Self-ligating braces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Clear aligners<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Lingual braces<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Traditional metal braces<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Differences between orthodontics for adults, teenagers and children:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

                The main difference between orthodontics for adults, teenagers and children is that in young people the jawbones are still developing. In adults, bone formation is complete, which may mean that orthognathic surgery is needed. Other differences include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Gum or bone loss (periodontal disease) – adults are much more likely than children to have gum recession, bone loss, gingivitis or periodontal disease. Patients with a correct bite are less likely to develop periodontal disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Worn or missing teeth – over time, teeth can wear down and shift position, which orthodontists can correct. Missing teeth can cause other teeth to tilt and shift, creating an incorrect bite and increasing the risk of gum disease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Unfinished orthodontic treatment as a teenager –<\/strong> Many adults were treated by an orthodontist as children or teenagers but never finished treatment. As adults, they decide to complete it and get the healthy, beautiful smile they always wanted.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Practice shows that adults and children have different needs and require different levels of care and attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  Why should you consider starting orthodontic treatment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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                  • Straight teeth are healthy teeth – properly aligned teeth are easy to clean with a brush and floss, which protects you from other health problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • A beautiful, straight smile boosts your confidence – orthodontic treatment can boost your self-confidence, give you a better quality of life and let you smile without thinking twice!<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Neglecting your mouth can lead to worse outcomes – not starting orthodontic treatment when it’s needed can lead to long-term health problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    For more information about the benefits of orthodontics, please contact us to book an appointment – we’ll make sure every visit is as comfortable as possible. Tel: 2322227 or 2103064. Address: Tbilisi, 70b Vazha-Pshavela Ave.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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