Orthodontics
Our orthodontists use the latest techniques and treatments to help you smile brighter.
When you’re experiencing problems with the position of your teeth and want to explore options for dental braces, find the answers you’re looking for with a complimentary consultation.
We’ll work with you to find the best orthodontic treatment for you – one that suits your needs, budget and lifestyle.
Straighter teeth can boost confidence, improve speech and protect your health by making it easier to maintain good oral hygiene. At HealthPartners, we’re working to help more people smile brighter by combining the most advanced orthodontic treatment with flexible payment options.
Our orthodontists work closely with your
- Complimentary consultations
- Convenient scheduling options
- A comfortable environment
- Easy-to-understand treatment options
- Personalized choices
- The latest in treatment technology
- Flexible payment plans
Orthodontic conditions we treat
While it’s best to address problems with teeth and jaws while bones are still forming and not all adult teeth have come in, it’s never too late to benefit from orthodontic care. If there is a problem with the position of your teeth, our orthodontists are here to help. No matter your age, our orthodontists can help with:
- Asymmetrical teeth
- Bite issues (crossbite, overbite, underbite, deep bite, open bite)
- Crowding
- Excessive overjet
- Impacted teeth
- Protruding front teeth
- Spacing
How do I know if I should seek orthodontic treatment for my child or myself?
When the position of your teeth is affecting your health – or when you’d simply rather have straighter teeth – our orthodontists can help. A misaligned bite can lead to more wear on the surface of your teeth, as well as cause issues with your jaw and gums.
How we diagnose orthodontic problems
During your first appointment, our orthodontists gain a clear understanding of your teeth, bite and jaw position. To do this, it’s common to take X-rays of your profile, bite and smile. These and other tools allow us to create a unique and personalized treatment plan. We offer complimentary consultations for braces and other services.
Braces and orthodontic services we offer
Misalignment with your teeth can take many forms. By offering a broad range of the latest retainers, braces and clear plastic aligners, we’re able to provide more options than ever. That way, you can choose the treatment plan that best fits your lifestyle.
Braces
Unlike removable retainers and clear plastic aligners, braces are bonded to the surface of your teeth. Wire is placed across your teeth and held in place by bonded brackets. Every four to six weeks, your orthodontist will slightly adjust the wire to increase the pressure that actually moves your teeth. Straightening your teeth and bite can also help to alleviate several oral conditions.
Invisalign and clear aligners
Custom-made clear aligners slowly guide teeth into place while being nearly invisible. Able to be taken on and off, they're replaced every few weeks with the next aligner in the series, until the teeth are straight. We offer Invisalign aligners to our patients.
Retainers
Retainers are very effective at preventing relapse with your bite and teeth position after treatment. We often use them to help keep teeth in place immediately after braces have been removed, and we offer both removable and bonded retainers. If you are a candidate for bonded retainers, they’re attached to the back of your front teeth.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
During a complimentary consultation, one of our orthodontists will examine your mouth and teeth. Together, you and your orthodontist will decide on a treatment plan that meets your goals.
Orthodontia is a specialty that dentists can pursue after completing dental school. Orthodontists complete a residency program for two or three years following dental school. All orthodontists are also dentists.
Yes, regular dental cleanings are extremely important while you have braces. Continue to schedule your regular visits.
You can see an orthodontist at any age. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children receive an initial consultation from an orthodontist around age seven.
We welcome patients covered by most major dental insurance plans, including Delta Dental and HealthPartners Dental Insurance. We also accept fee-for-service and self-pay patients, and we offer financing options with flexible payment plans.
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