Orthodontics Overview
At Mack Orthodontics, our mission is to help every one of our patients achieve a healthy, beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime. That's why Dr. Mack and his highly trained team of orthodontic specialists work hard to craft specialized treatment plans to perfectly suit your unique needs.
We pride ourselves on using the latest orthodontic technology to ensure that our services are always as safe, fast, and effective as possible. No matter what specific treatment you select, orthodontics (the incredible practice of moving teeth to achieve a healthier smile) can lead you to a brighter, more confident future.
Fixing Bad Bites
Straighter teeth can have a huge impact on almost every aspect of your life, imparting a boost in self-confidence and happiness that radiates through all your personal and professional roles. It can even help keep your teeth cleaner, protecting them from cavities and decay!
In addition to providing an aesthetic and psychological benefit, though, orthodontic treatment helps fix functional problems with the tooth alignment—more commonly known as bad bites, or malocclusions. There are a variety of malocclusions patients can develop, and we treat every one of them here at our Bettendorf and Eldridge, IA offices. That said, if left untreated these issues can get progressively worse, causing complications like uneven tooth wear, cavities, and painful conditions like TMJ. Some of the most common problems we treat in our office include:
- Crossbite
- Underbite
- Overbite
- Protruding Front Teeth
- Spacing
- Crowding
- Openbite
After Braces
Once you get your braces off we know you'll be excited. But you're not out of the woods yet. While your teeth have moved positions, they haven't 'set' into their new positions. Enter your retainer. Without a retainer your teeth will just move back to where they were before, erasing all your hard work! That is why, after we remove your braces, your orthodontist will fit you with a retainer and give you detailed instructions on wearing and caring for it so you are able to safeguard your smile for years to come.
Contact Your Orthodontist Now
Have more questions about orthodontic treatment, like braces or Invisalign, or want to come in for an evaluation? Feel free to reach out to us at our contact page or use our easy online form to schedule an appointment at our Bettendorf or Eldridge, IA office. We can't wait to hear from you, and we look forward to helping you achieve a beautiful, healthy new smile!