COSMETIC DENTISTRY AND ORTHODONTICS
You don't like your smile? Let me fix it for you.
INFORMATION FOR ORTHODONTIC PATIENTS
We care about your health, which is why for your peace of mind, we maintain a high infection control in all our procedures.
We want the visits to Dr. Carlos Morales to be as enjoyable as possible. Our office has several features designed to experience an enjoyable orthodontic experience. To avoid forgetting your appointments, we will kindly remind you via phone or e-mail.
We are honored that you have chosen our practice to care for your teeth, we will strive to make your appointments efficient, short, and as pleasant as possible.
The orthodontic treatment we offer will be guaranteed as long as you follow all of our patient instructions.
We want the visits to Dr. Carlos Morales to be as enjoyable as possible. Our office has several features designed to experience an enjoyable orthodontic experience. To avoid forgetting your appointments, we will kindly remind you via phone or e-mail.
We are honored that you have chosen our practice to care for your teeth, we will strive to make your appointments efficient, short, and as pleasant as possible.
The orthodontic treatment we offer will be guaranteed as long as you follow all of our patient instructions.
FIRST VISIT
We want to make your smile more beautiful and healthy.
The first step in this process is a consultation and examination during which Dr. determine your orthodontic condition. If treatment is necessary, we will indicate a specialized laboratory to make the records necessary. These records include X-rays, photographs and study models of the bite, and the Doctor will assess individual needs to determine the best type of treatment. Once the diagnosis is made, another appointment shall be scheduled, so that the Doctor can explain the treatment to follow, the type of equipment that will be placed and talk about the budget and payment. It is possible that in that same appointment, the doctor may start placing the equipment and giving instructions on brushing, flossing, eating habits and care of the brackets.
While on treatment, the doctor will continue to thoroughly discuss all procedures and treatment options with you. We want you to fully understand all aspects of your treatment and to feel comfortable and relaxed while in our care.
In addition to improving oral health, orthodontic treatment will give you confidence as a result of a healthy, attractive smile. You will be surprised how cheap this great investment can be. The Doctor will discuss with you the best payment plan according to your budget.
The first step in this process is a consultation and examination during which Dr. determine your orthodontic condition. If treatment is necessary, we will indicate a specialized laboratory to make the records necessary. These records include X-rays, photographs and study models of the bite, and the Doctor will assess individual needs to determine the best type of treatment. Once the diagnosis is made, another appointment shall be scheduled, so that the Doctor can explain the treatment to follow, the type of equipment that will be placed and talk about the budget and payment. It is possible that in that same appointment, the doctor may start placing the equipment and giving instructions on brushing, flossing, eating habits and care of the brackets.
While on treatment, the doctor will continue to thoroughly discuss all procedures and treatment options with you. We want you to fully understand all aspects of your treatment and to feel comfortable and relaxed while in our care.
In addition to improving oral health, orthodontic treatment will give you confidence as a result of a healthy, attractive smile. You will be surprised how cheap this great investment can be. The Doctor will discuss with you the best payment plan according to your budget.
DIAGNOSTIC STUDIES
It is recommended to take the records for the diagnosis and budget before going to the consultation, to save time and visits to the office.
RADIO METRIC: Emeteria Valencia # 303-B Zona Centro, Celaya Guanajuato Tel: 01 461 613 8416
DIGIDEN: hospital MAC, zona comercial, Local 12. Av. Ferrocarril Central # 709, Col Los Laureles, Celaya, Gto. Tel: 01 461 614 7185
DENTAL DIAGNOSIS SUPPORTS, CALZADA INDEPENDECIA 122, Celaya, Gto. Tel: 01 461 613 8200
Request the ORTHODONTIC DIAGNOSIS COMPLETE STUDY on behalf of Dr. , and it includes:
Panoramic X-Rays.
Cephalometric or side skull X-Rays.
Plaster study models.
Extra-and intra-oral photographs.
Dr. Ricketts cephalometric analysis.
Everything printed and on CD.
RADIO METRIC: Emeteria Valencia # 303-B Zona Centro, Celaya Guanajuato Tel: 01 461 613 8416
DIGIDEN: hospital MAC, zona comercial, Local 12. Av. Ferrocarril Central # 709, Col Los Laureles, Celaya, Gto. Tel: 01 461 614 7185
DENTAL DIAGNOSIS SUPPORTS, CALZADA INDEPENDECIA 122, Celaya, Gto. Tel: 01 461 613 8200
Request the ORTHODONTIC DIAGNOSIS COMPLETE STUDY on behalf of Dr. , and it includes:
Panoramic X-Rays.
Cephalometric or side skull X-Rays.
Plaster study models.
Extra-and intra-oral photographs.
Dr. Ricketts cephalometric analysis.
Everything printed and on CD.
EMERGENCIES
There are very few orthodontic emergencies. Most problems can be remedied at home. However, if you have a situation that you cannot resolve, call us immediately to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Meanwhile, the following may help to resolve minor problems you could encounter during your orthodontic treatment:
It is important to regularly check your braces to see if there are wires and brackets bent or loose. In the event that a wire or bracket is broken, damaged or loose, call the office immediately to schedule an appointment for repair and spare you any discomfort.
It is important to regularly check your braces to see if there are wires and brackets bent or loose. In the event that a wire or bracket is broken, damaged or loose, call the office immediately to schedule an appointment for repair and spare you any discomfort.
TOOTHACHE
If your teeth are sore after an appointment... You can take some pain reliever not containing acetylsalicylic acid (Aspirin). We recommend you take Motrin 600 mgs, or Tylenol, while you get used to your new braces. Hot water fomentation or hot water rinses with salt, help reduce the inflammation of your gums.
IRRITATION CAUSED BY THE WIRE
If the wire is bothering you, if you feel that it stings or scrapes, try moving the wire from the irritated area with a cotton or a pencil eraser. If the wire is not moving, try covering the excess end of the wire with a small cotton, or orthodontics wax. If you do not have anything in your household, you can cover it with chewing gum while you go to the office. If discomfort persists, call the office, explain the problem and ask for an appointment.
BRACKET DETACHED OR LOOSE
If a bracket comes off or you feel it loose... First, call the office to schedule an appointment, a bracket off may delay the processing time, if you have discomfort in the area of the loose bracket, use some wax to cover as you go to your appointment.
LOSS OF A SEPARATOR
If you lose a separator .... Call the office to assess the need to place another, therefore the space will not close and you will not have to attend to another appointment.
SENSITIVE TEETH
If you feel your teeth intemperate or if you feel discomfort with the cold, it is advisable that you brush your teeth with a medicated toothpaste, BEXIDENT Sensitive Teeth or SENSODYNE could be good for you, as well as gingivoprotector rinses with mouthwash, which contains potassium nitrate 5%, the name of the product is BEXIDENT Sensitive Teeth Mouthwash.
SWOLLEN GUMS
If your gums bleed when you brush your teeth and are fat and / or red, is an indication of gingival inflammation, this is usually due to your brushing not being adequate. In this case we recommend you visit to the gum specialist (periodontist). Meanwhile, it is recommended to use a medicated paste, to help you along with brushing to have control in gingivitis.
The brands we recommend are:
Triclosan BEXIDENT toothpaste, along with using a BEXIDENT gum mouthwash or gel.
Indications to use the products:
BEXIDENT Sensitive Teeth Toothpaste.
Brush teeth with toothpaste three times a day, after every meal, for 2-3 minutes.
BEXIDENT Sensitive Teeth Mouthwash.
Is recommended to use after brushing. Fill the measuring cup to the line marked with 15 ml undiluted rinses. Do 2-3 times a day for 30-60 seconds. Do not rinse with water after use. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after application.
BEXIDENT Triclosan Toothpaste.
Brush teeth with toothpaste three times a day, after every meal, for 2-3 minutes.
BEXIDENT Gums Mouthwash.
Is recommended to use after brushing. Fill the measuring cup to the line marked with 15 ml undiluted rinses. Do 2-3 times a day for 30-60 seconds. Do not rinse with water after use. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after application.
BEXIDENT Gums Gel
Apply after brushing with the cannula or with a soft brush on the area. Use 2-3 times a day, do not rinse. Do not drink liquids, or food, or smoke 30 minutes after use.
The brands we recommend are:
Triclosan BEXIDENT toothpaste, along with using a BEXIDENT gum mouthwash or gel.
Indications to use the products:
BEXIDENT Sensitive Teeth Toothpaste.
Brush teeth with toothpaste three times a day, after every meal, for 2-3 minutes.
BEXIDENT Sensitive Teeth Mouthwash.
Is recommended to use after brushing. Fill the measuring cup to the line marked with 15 ml undiluted rinses. Do 2-3 times a day for 30-60 seconds. Do not rinse with water after use. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after application.
BEXIDENT Triclosan Toothpaste.
Brush teeth with toothpaste three times a day, after every meal, for 2-3 minutes.
BEXIDENT Gums Mouthwash.
Is recommended to use after brushing. Fill the measuring cup to the line marked with 15 ml undiluted rinses. Do 2-3 times a day for 30-60 seconds. Do not rinse with water after use. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes after application.
BEXIDENT Gums Gel
Apply after brushing with the cannula or with a soft brush on the area. Use 2-3 times a day, do not rinse. Do not drink liquids, or food, or smoke 30 minutes after use.
TREATMENT CONDITIONS
Treatment includes a complete set of brackets and bands, as well as a complete set of equipment needed to achieve the successful completion of treatment.
Treatment duration is approximate and depends on the patient's biological response to orthodontic forces, but could be affected by not keeping appointments, not taking care of your health, your appliances break or detach, by failure to follow eating instructions.
If treatment duration is delayed for reasons attributable to the patient, it is possible that additional charges are made for the time extending treatment.
In case of breakage or detachment of devices, the patient will be charged for the replacement, based on the current price.
Failure to pay for two months, will result in discontinuation of treatment, up to two weeks after the second deadline. And if the total cost is not covered by then, the treatment will be permanently discontinued, without any responsibility or liability for the Orthodontist.
The cost of retainers is not included in the cost of orthodontic treatment.
Treatment duration is approximate and depends on the patient's biological response to orthodontic forces, but could be affected by not keeping appointments, not taking care of your health, your appliances break or detach, by failure to follow eating instructions.
If treatment duration is delayed for reasons attributable to the patient, it is possible that additional charges are made for the time extending treatment.
In case of breakage or detachment of devices, the patient will be charged for the replacement, based on the current price.
Failure to pay for two months, will result in discontinuation of treatment, up to two weeks after the second deadline. And if the total cost is not covered by then, the treatment will be permanently discontinued, without any responsibility or liability for the Orthodontist.
The cost of retainers is not included in the cost of orthodontic treatment.
APPOINTMENT CANCELLATIONS
If for some reason you can not attend your appointment, please call to cancel 24 hours in advance and schedule a new appointment for the day and time that suits you. In this way, you allow another patient to use that time and you will not be charged extra for time lost and not used.
PERIODIC VISITS
Periodic visits are an important part of orthodontic treatment. Usually these appointments are every 3-6 weeks to make adjustments to your devices, and to evaluate the progress of orthodontic treatment. During this time, you will need to go to your appointments, follow instructions and maintain good oral hygiene and proper nutrition. Once the treatment is finished, all the brackets are removed from your mouth and retainers are placed, which are used to hold the teeth in their new positions until your bone, gums and muscles adapt to the new occlusion.
DETACHMENT OF WIRES OR BROKEN BRACKETS
It is very important that you contact us within 24 hours of when you feel a bracket or wire broken off, to schedule a replacement, do not wait until your normal date, as this may delay the processing time.
CARING FOR YOUR ORTHODONTIC APPLIANCES (BRACKETS AND BANDS)
1. Do not play with wires or some other parts of your equipment, either with your fingers or a foreign object.
2. Do not eat:
2. Do not eat:
a) Hard or sticky candy
b) Hard bread
c) Popcorn
d) Mexican "Flautas" (Hard tacos)
e) Bite ice or plastic items
f) Full Corn
g) Tostadas or tacos or reheated tortillas with hard edges
h) Seeds
i) Peanuts or any kind of hard snacks.
b) Hard bread
c) Popcorn
d) Mexican "Flautas" (Hard tacos)
e) Bite ice or plastic items
f) Full Corn
g) Tostadas or tacos or reheated tortillas with hard edges
h) Seeds
i) Peanuts or any kind of hard snacks.
3. The following fruits and vegetables can be eaten if they are cut or sliced first:
a) Raw celery
b) Carrots
c) Apples
d) Fruits and vegetables
b) Carrots
c) Apples
d) Fruits and vegetables
4. Do not chew or bite chicken bones or ribs, or eat olives with pits. IF YOU ABUSE OF YOUR APPLIANCES AND THEY BREAK OR DEATTACH, AN ADDITIONAL FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR REPLACEMENT.
5. Brush your teeth, gums and appliances after every meal, use a mirror for you to verify as you brush.
6. Do not chew gum or chewy candy, try not to take too much soda or sweetened beverages.
7. In case of irritation of your lips or cheeks, use orthodontic wax, and cover the bracket or wire with it where it hurts. That will ease your discomfort.
8. If any of your equipment is loose or bothers you, call the office immediately for an emergency appointment.
9. For any inconvenience caused by the action of your equipment, take some painkillers. Each time you adjust or activate your devices, you can have pain for a couple of days, this is normal..
10. Remember that dirty teeth cause cavities and swelling in your gums and bad smell. Brushing is one of your responsibilities.
Orthodontic treatment means an investment for you or your parents, plus, it helps to improve your health and proper functioning of your mouth. Carefully follow the tips mentioned above to achieve the desired end results.
Brushing Techniques
Técnicas de cepillado |
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Cepillado por abajo |
Cepillado por arriba |
Cepillado en forma circular |
Uso del cepillo interdental |
Uso de hilo dental con brackets |
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