Orthodontic Relapse Correction
In the New York Area
Orthodontic Relapse Correction
Restore Your Smile in New York City
If your teeth have shifted after previous orthodontic treatment, relapse correction can restore your smile without starting over. Whether the movement is minor or more significant, LAVAAN Smiles can develop a personalized treatment plan to realign your teeth quickly and comfortably.
What is Orthodontic Relapse?
Orthodontic relapse occurs when teeth gradually drift back toward their original, pre-treatment positions. Even after years of wearing braces or clear aligners, your teeth have a natural tendency to shift over time.
Common Causes of Relapse:
Inconsistent Retainer Use: The most common reason teeth shift is failing to wear retainers as prescribed after primary treatment.
Natural Aging: As we age, our jawbone continues to change, which can naturally cause the lower front teeth to crowd.
Wisdom Teeth: The eruption or shifting of third molars can exert pressure on surrounding teeth, forcing them out of alignment.
Teeth Grinding (Bruxism): Chronic grinding places excessive, uneven force on the teeth, altering their position over time.
Why Address Shifting Teeth?
Correcting a relapse isn't just about restoring the aesthetics of your smile; it is also highly beneficial for your long-term oral health.
Protect Your Investment: You already invested time, effort, and resources into straightening your teeth. Relapse correction ensures you maintain those results for life.
Improve Oral Hygiene: Crowded or overlapping teeth create tight spaces that trap plaque and food particles, making brushing and flossing more difficult and increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease.
Prevent Further Shifting: Addressing minor movements early on prevents the need for much more intensive (and expensive) orthodontic treatment down the road.
Our Relapse Correction Solutions
Because you have already undergone primary orthodontic treatment, correcting a relapse is generally much faster and less invasive than your original experience. At LAVAAN Dental, we utilize state-of-the-art technologies, including digital 3D treatment planning, to evaluate your bite and design a targeted correction plan.
Depending on the severity of the shifting, your personalized treatment may include:
Clear Aligner Therapy: Discreet, removable clear aligners (such as Invisalign) are often the preferred method for correcting minor to moderate shifting quickly and comfortably.
Limited Braces: For more stubborn or complex misalignments, limited traditional or ceramic braces may be used for a brief period to gently guide teeth back into place.
New Retainers: If the shifting is very minor, a newly fabricated, custom-fit retainer might be all that is needed to halt further movement and preserve your current alignment.
Ready to Realign Your Smile?
Don't let your hard-earned smile slip away. Schedule a comprehensive evaluation with our talented team to discuss your relapse correction options today.
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