Orthodontics in Salida, CO

Invisalign® offers a discreet and comfortable way to straighten your teeth using clear, removable aligners. This advanced orthodontic system is perfect for:

• Adults and teens looking for a metal-free alternative to braces
• Correcting mild to moderate misalignment, gaps, and crowding
• Maintaining oral hygiene with removable trays

With Invisalign®, you can enjoy a straighter smile without the hassle of brackets and wires.

Orthodontic care is a multi-phase process designed to guide teeth into the correct position over time. Treatment typically follows these three stages:

1. Planning Phase – Digital X-rays and scans are taken to create a personalized treatment plan.
2. Active Treatment – Braces, aligners, or appliances gradually move teeth into alignment.
3. Retention Phase – Once treatment is complete, retainers help maintain the results.

Early orthodontic evaluations allow us to identify potential issues before they worsen. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7.

Benefits of early exams:

• Detect and address crowding or bite issues before they become severe
• Guide jaw growth for optimal alignment
• Reduce the need for extensive orthodontic work later

Misaligned teeth and bite issues can cause speech difficulties, chewing problems, and increased risk of tooth wear. Our orthodontic treatments help correct:

• Overbite
• Underbite
• Crossbite
• Open bite
• Crowding
• Gaps between teeth

In addition to braces and aligners, we offer various orthodontic appliances that aid in bite correction, jaw development, and space maintenance.

Common orthodontic appliances include:

• Palatal expanders to widen the upper jaw
• Retainers to maintain tooth alignment after treatment
• Space maintainers to prevent shifting in younger patients

Orthodontic emergencies can happen at any time, from a broken wire to a loose bracket. If you're experiencing discomfort or an urgent orthodontic issue, our team is available to provide quick and effective care.

Common orthodontic emergencies include:

• Loose or broken braces
• Poking wires causing irritation
• Lost or broken retainers

For patients who need comprehensive orthodontic treatment but prefer a more discreet option, lingual braces are placed behind the teeth, making them virtually invisible.

Benefits of lingual braces:

• Hidden placement for a completely discreet treatment
• Effective for complex orthodontic cases
• Customized brackets for enhanced comfort and precision

For patients with moderate to severe orthodontic concerns, traditional braces provide a highly effective, time-tested solution. These braces use metal or ceramic brackets and wires to gradually shift teeth into the correct position.

Braces are ideal for treating:

• Severe misalignment or crowding
• Overbites, underbites, and crossbites
• Gaps between teeth