Orthodontics Whitby - Dr. John Nikolovski Durham Orthodontics

April 23rd, 2013

Dr. John Nikolovski Discusses the different parts of Orthodontic Braces!

There are different parts of orthodontic appliances that help in treating your case to get a normal bite.  The list below can help to answer your questions below on how we get your smile nice and straight!

1) Orthodontic bracket:  An orthodontic bracket is the main part of braces that help your teeth become straight.  There are different types of orthodontic brackets including metal, clear ceramic braces and even self ligating braces.  These brackets are glued to your teeth and then removed when your braces are finished.  Also, we tie your colored elastics around these braces when you have your monthly orthodontic adjustments.

2) Orthodontic Spring: Springs are placed on the archwire and they can help push your teeth around to get a proper bite.

3) Orthodontic Hooks:  Orthodontic hooks are a part of certain orthodontic brackets and they aid in allowing you to hook elastics on to help slide teeth past one another.

4) Orthodontic Archwire: This is the wire that moves your teeth.  By changing different wire sizes and wire grades we can shift and slide your teeth past one another to align them into that perfect straight smile everyone desires.

5) Orthodontic Bands: These are placed on your last teeth to help act as a strong anchor of your braces.  By placing a strong band at the back, there is usually less breakage of appliances

If you have any other questions, call us for a free consultation!

Orthodontist in Whitby - Dr. John Nikolovski talks about oral hygiene

January 24th, 2013

What should you do to keep your braces clean during treatment?

If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment at our Whitby Orthodontist office you may have a few questions about brushing and flossing during orthodontic treatment.  First, your durham orthodontist Dr. John Nikolovski says that increasing your brushing frequency can help with keeping your teeth and gums very healthy during treament.

Another good tip is to try your best to floss daily to remove any trapped food particles that may be stuck in between your teeth and gums.  With braces flossing is very important.  What Dr. John Nikolovski of Durham Orthodontics recommends is brushing at least once per day to ensure proper oral health care.  Your Brooklin Ontario Orthodontist always recommends to brush above and below your orthodontic archwire to ensure all plaque removal.

Proper brushing technique includes brushing both above and below your orthodontic braces and archwires.  The image below shows how you can accomplish this.  Make certain to brush both your front and back teeth to try to remove all plaque around your brackets

Another handy tool recommended by Ajax Orthodontist Dr. John Nikolovski is a proxy brush to get into those hard to reach areas under your orthodontic wire and around your metal or clear ceramic brackets.  We include a proxy brush with every oral hygiene kit after placing your braces on.

Finally, we always regular dental check ups and cleanings with your dental provider when undergoing treatment.

Orthodontist Brooklin Ontario - Dr. John Nikolovski

October 22nd, 2012

Brooklin Ontario Orthodontist discusses retainer wear!
Dr. John Nikolovski, your Whitby Ontario Orthodontist explains that when the  time for removing your braces arrives it can be both an exciting and confusing time as you are faced to choose between a fixed or removable retainer.   Knowing about each type of your retainer can help with some of the confusion.
Permanent Retainers
A permanent retainer is a small wire placed in behind your teeth for life.  Having a permanent retainer glued in can help reduce the chance of relapse, as the patient does not need to worry about wearing their retainer night time.

A permanent retainer can hold your teeth for a longer period of time  as teeth can shift naturally as we age.  One negative aspect to fixed retainers is home care and hygiene. Some patients find it more difficult to floss around a fixed retainer, but Dr. John Nikolovski, your Whitby Orthodontist can show you effective ways to floss fairly quickly with your permanent retainer.
Removable Retainers
Removable retainers on the other hand can be placed in at bedtime and removed in the morning when you begin your day.  Its great at holding your final result if it is worn properly.  Your Ajax Orthodontist Dr. Nikolovski warns however that a removable retainer can be forgotten at times, which can lead to relapse over a long period of time.
Brushing and flossing is much easier with a removable retainer as the retainer can be easily removed.  Removable retainers effective as long as they are used as they are directed.  
One of the most important things to remember is that wearing your retianer as instructed is the most important thing after your braces are removed.

What do rubber bands do?

April 6th, 2012

Rubber bands, or elastics, can be an integral aspect of orthodontic care, so if Dr. John Nikolovsky has prescribed elastics as a part of your treatment, it’s important to follow the directions fully. Elastics help to align your bite or cause teeth to move in different directions and straighten more quickly. Dr. Nikolovsky will instruct you how to hook one end to an upper bracket and the other end to a lower bracket so the rubber band goes vertically or diagonally from one bracket to another. The tension of the rubber band produces pressure on the bracket, which causes the teeth to move and straighten. This tension is also sufficient to correct an overbite or an under bite in the jaw.
If rubber bands are a part of your treatment plan, there are a few things to keep in mind. With rubber bands, you won’t be able to open your mouth fully, so they will have to be removed when you eat and reapplied after meal time. Many times, rubber bands are only needed at night, so you won’t need to worry about eating with them. Also, if you try to open your mouth too wide, your rubber bands might snap – so be careful!
Failure to wear your elastics full time or as instructed can lengthen your treatment time and may make it more difficult to achieve an optimal result. But don’t worry; your time in elastics will be well worth it when you see your beautiful, new smile.

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