Dillehay Orthodontics is your Arkansas City braces expert
We proudly offer patients effective orthodontic solutions, including traditional metal braces. Traditional braces remain one of the most effective tools for achieving optimal tooth and jaw alignment. If you’re looking for someone you can trust to provide a brilliant, straight smile in the Arkansas City area, the team at Dillehay Orthodontics is here for you. We proudly create beautiful new smiles for patients of all ages in Arkansas City, Pratt, Wichita, Derby, and the surrounding communities.
Braces treatment with your Arkansas City braces expert
Before we put your braces on, our team will collect digital X-rays, photos, and a model of your mouth. Our orthodontists, Dr. J.K. Dillehay and Dr. Ken Dillehay, will then use this information to create a customized treatment plan based on your specific orthodontic needs. Your plan will include information about the movements each tooth needs to make to achieve optimal positioning and determine how your brackets are placed.
Once the brackets have been attached, a wire is inserted to provide customized pressure on all the teeth that need to be moved. Through a process called remodeling, the teeth slowly move into the correct position. Bends in the wire encourage specific and precise tooth movement. This process involves minor changes in the bone that surrounds the roots of the teeth.
Teeth will often begin drifting back to their original positions over time once braces are removed because remodeling requires constant pressure on the teeth that need to be moved. This is why regular use of a retainer is so important. It helps prevent natural drifting and keeps teeth in their new and improved positions.
What your Arkansas City braces expert offers
Did you know that today’s braces are better than ever? The strength, durability, and affordability of traditional braces are a big part of why they’ve withstood the test of time and remain a top orthodontic treatment year after year. All of our treatment options are excellent and can correct a variety of oral issues, from simple to complex.
Traditional metal braces often work faster at closing gaps and aligning teeth than some other treatments, which may shorten your overall treatment time. They also represent a cost-effective option for patients on a budget.
Metal Braces
Tried-and-true traditional metal braces are the most common type of braces used. These braces are typically made from high-grade stainless steel and work to straighten your teeth using metal brackets and archwires. Modern metal braces are more comfortable and more fun than ever. You have the option of choosing colored elastics to add a punch of personality to your treatment. If you prefer a more subtle approach, we also offer clear or tooth-colored elastics.
Using traditional braces, you can often see visible signs of improvement relatively quickly, which can help increase your confidence in both your smile and the orthodontic process.
Your trusted Arkansas City braces expert
We believe that advanced, personalized care leads to the best results and the most positive orthodontic experience at Dillehay Orthodontics. Dr. Ken Dillehay, Dr. J.K. Dillehay, and the rest of our skilled team focus on patients as individuals, no matter their age, personal concerns, or clinical needs. When you choose braces treatment with our practice, Dr. Ken Dillehay or Dr. J.K. Dillehay will create a treatment plan that works with your life. Using our leading-edge techniques and state-of-the-art technology, we provide efficient, comfortable care that can help change both your life and your smile.
Schedule a free consultation with us today to get started!