Some Helpful Hints to Help Reduce Your Braces Treatment Time

Did you know that there are things you can do to make sure your treatment is as short as possible?  Here are a few tips:

Wear your rubber bands. Yes, elastics can be a challenge, but if you resist  wearing them, you will set yourself back in treatment. By not wearing the rubber bands—or not wearing them enough, you can actually slow down your treatment time. If you are having trouble remembering to put the bands back in after eating or brushing your teeth, download the Rubberband Reminder app to help you remember.

Let your Dr. Boschken and his team know about problems right away. A missing wire, rubber band hook or broken bracket can all lengthen your treatment time, so call our office right away to report any issues rather than waiting until your next appointment. You can even send us a message via facebook, email or our website if preferred.

Keep your appointments. During your treatment, each adjustment is carefully orchestrated to move your teeth a certain way in a certain time frame. Missing an appointment can throw that treatment plan off. Do everything you can to keep your scheduled appointment, and if you have to miss, please call as far as you can in advance to reschedule. (408) 225-6660.

3D Scanner Eliminates Impressions

 Boschken Orthodontics uses our 3D Dental Scanner to eliminate the need for tooth impressions!!

The Future of Orthodontics, available today.
An accurate impression is key to effective treatment planning and orthodontic care. The iOC 3D Dental Scanner captures the contours of tooth and gingival structures, producing an accurate digital orthodontic scan in just minutes.
Benefits of Teeth Scanning:

• ELIMINATES IMPRESSIONS, the most invasive procedure in orthodontic care.
• SUPERIOR ACCURACY with no distortion from patient movement during set, removal of impression, or disinfection.
• ONSCREEN VISUALIZATION allows for immediate adjustment to create the ideal orthodonitc scan the first time.
• INCREASED PATIENT COMFORT as it eliminates the goop and gagging that comes with traditional impressions.

Give us a call @ (408) 225-6660 or peruse our website if you would like further information. We look forward to being of service!