What are braces?
Braces are dental devices used to align teeth correctly so that patients get beautiful smiles, comfortable bites and clear speech. The dental speciality that covers braces is called orthodontics.
What types of braces are available?
Braces are structural or cosmetic. Structural braces are fitted for children while cosmetic braces are placed for adults and adolescents. Braces may be fixed or removable. Structural or traditional braces are made of stainless steel. Cosmetic braces are made of clear ceramic material or clear plastic. Some braces are self-ligating, that is, they use a slide mechanism rather than elastic bands to connect to the dental archwire. Lingual braces are metal braces placed on the inner surface of teeth. This type of brace is not visible and are preferred by patients requiring cosmetic braces.
How long do you have to wear braces for?
The length of orthodontic treatment depends on the needs and orthodontic problems of each individual patient. Treatments for adults may take a longer time. On average, patients need to wear braces for about 2 years and then they need to wear a retainer to maintain the corrected position of teeth. For some adults treatment may take about 3 years.
How are braces installed on teeth?
For fixed braces, the orthodontist dries the teeth and places glue or bonding cement on the braces. The braces are placed on teeth and a UV light is shone on them to cure the glue or cement. For removable braces, an impression of the teeth is taken and a technician makes the removable brace consisting of a plastic plate and wires. The brace is then fitted on teeth.
How do braces work on teeth?
Braces exert a steady pressure on teeth. The pressure is periodically adjusted as needed by the orthodontist. Eventually the pressure exerted by braces corrects the alignment of teeth.
Do braces hurt?
Braces are uncomfortable when first placed on teeth. Patients experience soreness and need to get used to the pressure exerted on the teeth by braces. Patients normally get used to braces within a month.
Why visit Paranaque City?
Why is Paranaque City a popular tourist destination?
Paranaque City is well-known for its bird sanctuary and the bird reserve in the nearby mangrove forests as well as architectural attractions, like the neo-Romanesque Baclaran Church. It is also home to one of the busiest markets in the Philippines. Accommodation options in Paranaque City include hotels to suit every budget and serviced apartments.
Why is Paranaque City an international medical tourism destination?
Paranaque has large and well-equipped hospitals that cater to overseas patients and specialist dental and medical clinics. They are accredited by the Philippine Department of Health and also have international JCI accreditation. The staff at the hospitals are English speaking and many of the doctors are trained in the west.
How does a medical tourist get to Paranaque City from the airport?
Terminal 1 of the Ninoy Aquino International Airport is in Paranaque City. There are taxi services that take visitors from the airport to their destination in Paranaque City. Most hospitals and clinics arrange airport transfers and local transport for medical tourists.
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