Dr. Mark B. Huls offers orthodontic braces in Monticello and Champaign for patients in need. The doctor welcomes patients of all ages and makes you feel comfortable as soon as you take a seat. You don't need to worry about hiding your smile or worrying about what people think when you have broken teeth or a crowded mouth. We can handle any questions you have, including whether we need to remove teeth before you can get braces.
What are Braces?
Braces are a common treatment for both adolescents and adults. They change the position of each tooth, making them fit together better to improve your smile. Some of the signs you need braces include you keep biting the inside of your mouth and lips, your teeth came in late, or you have crooked and slanted teeth. Braces are also great for anyone who has an overbite or an underbite.
Is Tooth Removal Necessary?
Though many people worry that they'll need to lose one or more teeth before getting braces, not everyone who needs them will go through this procedure. When you come in for your appointment at Huls Orthodontics, Dr. Mark B. Huls will take X-rays and examine your teeth. He uses the examination to look for missing or misaligned teeth, check the size of your jaw, and consider other things. Whether you come in for adolescent or adult treatments, you'll go through the same process to determine if the doctor needs to remove any of your teeth.
When to Remove Teeth
You only need to go through tooth removal in Monticello or Champaign if the doctor views specific problems during your exam. If your jaw is too small, he needs to remove multiple teeth to ensure you have space in your mouth for the braces. The doctor also removes impacted, broken, and otherwise damaged teeth because they can keep the braces from working. Patients with crowded teeth or teeth that are out of place will also need to go through an extraction.
Extraction is an important part of braces and other adolescent treatments. You receive an injection that numbs your mouth before the doctor surgically extracts the necessary teeth. In many cases, you'll go through the procedure in one appointment and return for a follow-up to get your braces. This gives your mouth time to heal and get ready for the braces.
Find Out What You Need Before Getting Braces
Finding out what you need to do before getting orthodontic braces is as easy as calling Huls Orthodontics. Our team is ready to help patients in Champaign and Monticello who want to improve their smiles. Call today to schedule an appointment to talk to Dr. Mark B. Huls about the types of braces that are suitable for you based on your age and goals.