When it's time to straighten or realign your smile, ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics offers comprehensive braces and orthodontics treatments
Because a straighter smile is a healthier smile, our team is dedicated to helping you find the best orthodontic treatment for your unique situation. At our Schaumburg dental office, Dr. Katie Edgcomb is experienced in treating all kinds of orthodontic cases with traditional braces, clear aligners, one and two-phase orthodontic treatment, orthognathic surgery cases, and more.
Your Orthodontic Evaluation
Your orthodontic treatment at ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics will begin with a consultation and assessment with our team. Dr. Edgcomb will offer her expertise to guide you toward the ideal orthodontic treatment system for you, including traditional metal braces and clear aligners. Pediatric patients will receive an evaluation of their teeth, gums and surrounding structures of the mouth, to allow Dr. Edgcomb to determine if early orthodontic intervention is necessary. Our top orthodontic treatment systems at ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics include:
iTero® Intraoral Digital Scanner
Our team uses the iTero® digital scanner to take a close look at your smile and allow you to preview your results! You'll be able to compare the outcome of your orthodontic treatment with your current smile before your treatment even begins. iTero® scans are fast, comfortable, and accurate, allowing the treatment process to be even more effective for our patients.
Using the iTero's advanced touch screen feature, Dr. Edgcomb can make real-time adjustments to your treatment results. That means you can take an active role in designing and achieving your desired smile! If you’re not satisfied with what you’re seeing on our scanner, we'll adjust your treatment plan before it even begins.
Our top orthodontic treatment systems at ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics include:
Spark Clear Aligners
As a Spark Aligners provider, Dr. Edgcomb can help you straighten your teeth without having to use traditional brackets and wires. Clear aligners are a top solution for straightening smiles at any age with a discreet, comfortable alternative to metal braces. Clear aligners offer more lifestyle-friendly treatment, with custom-fitted, removable plastic trays that are easy to care for and allow for stress-free mealtimes and consistent oral hygiene routines. You'll straighten your smile with a series of nearly invisible clear aligners that are custom-fitted to you.
Damon System Braces
Traditional metal braces remain a top, trusted method of straightening the teeth. At ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics, Dr. Edgcomb may recommend braces if your child suffers from crooked teeth, crowded teeth, jaw problems or a misaligned bite.
Our Schaumburg orthodontic team may recommend passive self-ligating Damon System braces, which can move teeth faster and with fewer adjustments compared to other braces systems. This revolutionary system uses shape-memory wires that are directly attached to the brackets, instead of being attached by elastic rings, creating a more comfortable treatment experience.
Phase I and Phase II Orthodontic Treatments
If Dr. Edgcomb recommends orthodontic treatment for your child, our team will take a two-phase approach to completing their treatment. Phase I typically occurs btween the ages of 6 and 10, when most of a child's primary teeth remain. Dr. Edgcomb may recommend expansion, an active retainer, or partial braces as part of the Phase I treatment. The goal of Phase I is to better prepare your child’s mouth to make adequate space for their permanent teeth and improve the relationship between their upper and lower jaws.
Phase II treatment will occur later on, with the ideal timing dependent on your child’s growth. The goal of Phase II orthodontics is to make sure each tooth is located in the best location possible to function properly. Phase II usually involves full upper and lower braces for your child, and will begin after all of their permanent teeth have erupted.
ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics is committed to helping our patients maintain healthy smiles with top technologies and post-treatment support like:
Waterpik® Water Flosser
Waterpiks are also ideal for patients with traditional metal braces, since the water can reach behind braces and flush away bits of food brushing alone can't reach. Our team offers the Waterpik Water Flosser to help make it easier to maintain a healthy smile throughout your orthodontic treatment and beyond. A Waterpik can help remove bacteria and food particles from deep gum pockets and around braces better than dental floss alone. For more information on how to floss with braces, please visit the Waterpik website or consult a member of our friendly team!
Post-Orthodontic Treatment
Caring for your smile after orthodontic treatment is a vital part of maintaining your beautiful new smile. Post-orthodontic treatment is a critical follow-up stage that usually involves wearing a retainer. ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics offers several different types of retainers to help maintain your orthodontic results. Retainers provided by our team are always made to last and custom-crafted to perfectly fit your smile.
Create Your Straighter, Healthier Smile with Orthodontics
Ready to take the next step toward creating your best, healthiest smile with orthodontic treatment? If you or your child are ready to explore your orthodontic treatment options, start by calling ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics in Schaumburg today to schedule your consultation!
