Braces & Invisalign in Lincoln, NE

The Right Age

Interceptive Care

Adolescent Treatment

Adult Orthodontics

As the word “interceptive” implies, there are times when there is an opportunity to turn an increasing type of orthodontic problem into an orthodontic “non-problem”. Interceptive care is generally short duration orthodontic treatment initiated anywhere from six to nine years of age, depending upon the type of problem. These problems may include:

severe crowding/malalignment
some cases of thumb/finger sucking
most front tooth and some back tooth crossbite
certain types of permanent tooth eruption problems
overbite that severely affects lip position and function
dental malalignment issues that adversely affect self-confidence

The time of adolescence is the primary and most practical age to treat the majority of orthodontic problems. Though calendar age and tooth age can vary quite a lot, the most common age for loss of the last primary (baby) teeth is age twelve. On average, girls are growing rapidly by this age, and boys are beginning the accelerated growth of adolescence. Though crooked tooth problems can be treated similarly at about any age, the rapid growth of adolescence can be quite helpful in achieving one of the main goals of comprehensive treatment – bite correction. Because of this combination of factors, adolescence will probably always be the most common and practical age for the majority of orthodontic treatment.

Many adults who did not receive orthodontic treatment during childhood have simply lived with malaligned teeth or a dysfunctional bite most of their lives. But as people have become more health conscious, and as orthodontic treatment has become both more accessible and affordable, many adults today elect orthodontic correction. Each year, between 20 and 25 percent of our patients are adults. Whereas crowding can be treated similarly at almost any age, bite correction can be more challenging with adults. But even with bite problems, there is good reason to be optimistic.

Types of Appliances

Metal

Ceramic

Aligners

Technology

Mini-implants

Mini-implants have expanded the scope of orthodontics and enabled us to achieve outcomes that would have previously required a jaw surgery.

Diode laser

Diode laser is used to speed up treatment progress.

Aesthetic options

Ceramic braces or aligners are a good alternative to more traditional braces. They blend in with your teeth much better than metal braces.

iTero Scanner

iTero Impressionless Scanner provides detailed information without the use of traditional impressions. Digital scanning is a more convenient method that also facilitates treatment planning utilizing aligners.

EnvisionTec 3D Printer

Utilizing our 3D printer in our in-house lab we're able to dramatically increase the speed of your treatments as well as ensuring the highest quality.

Your #1 Invisalign® Provider

At Genesis Orthodontics, we're proud to offer Invisalign® treatment to Lincoln and surrounding areas. Invisalign® uses a series of custom-made, clear aligners to straighten your teeth discreetly and comfortably. Unlike traditional braces, these nearly invisible aligners are removable, allowing you to eat, drink, and care for your teeth with ease.