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Can You Get Your Braces Off Early in 2023?

Are you tired of wearing braces and eager to show off your straight teeth? While it’s important to follow your orthodontist’s treatment plan and wear your braces for the recommended amount of time, you may be wondering if there’s any way to get your braces off early. In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors that can affect the length of your orthodontic treatment and discuss whether or not it’s possible to speed up the process. We’ll also provide tips on how to take care of your braces and ensure that your treatment is as efficient as possible. So, read on to learn more about getting your braces off early and achieving a beautiful, straight smile.

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Are Lingual Braces Painful? (7 Expert Answers)

Are lingual braces painful? Your choice to get braces is one of the most effective ways to improve the appearance of your smile. Yet, you may be worried about what it feels like to have brackets and wires placed across your teeth. You may have even heard a friend complain about discomfort when they were wearing braces, or you just looked up information online that raised your concerns. We understand what it is like to face a big decision about how to care for your teeth when you dislike discomfort so we wrote this article to answer your question – Do lingual braces cause pain? Let’s get cracking.

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Accelerated Orthodontics 2020 | EXPERT SUPER FACTS

Braces implementation is one of the leading ways that an orthodontist tries to help a patient to fix malocclusion. Malocclusion may take the form of slanted teeth, overbites, underbites, crowding and the like. The time that it would take for treatment with traditional braces treatment is one to three years. In this post, we’re going to show you the world of accelerated orthodontics so you can hurry it along. Let’s get cracking.

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Braces Will Change Your Smile? [ 4 Facts]

Many of us look to celebrities for fashion, hair and makeup ideas, and we often end up zeroing in on their perfect, pearly whites.

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Smile and Gratitude Will Make you Stronger

Gratitude can be traced back to a happy, satisfied heart. However, people can’t really see a happy heart. They can see your smile, though. Make sure you show the best smile possible to everyone. At Beach Braces, Dr. Panucci, the orthodontist, can give you a fantastic smile. Using it often will be up to you.

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New Address & Expanded Services for Beach Braces

Beach Braces - Orthodontics for Ages - Manhattan Beach CADr. Patricia Panucci announces that her Manhattan Beach, California-based BEACH BRACES opens the doors to its new and expanded offices Tuesday, May 3 at 220 N. Aviation Blvd. Suite A. (Click here for directions)

The new home for the 11-year-old orthodontic practice is three times the size of the former location on Manhattan Beach Boulevard and offers patients additional state-of-the-art features such as an iCAT 3D scanner that allows the most thorough evaluation of individual patient needs (the only unit of its kind currently in a South Bay orthodontic office), the option of a semi-private procedure room, in addition to five chairs arranged in a large airy patient bay with ceiling “sky” lights, a full on-site technician lab for the preparation of appliances, iPad work stations and massage chairs for waiting patients and parents. Plus, there’s a “multi-media room” for patient before and after photos, social media, as well as green screen technology that allows patients and parents to explore the planet (and elsewhere), with fun and creative photography.

Beach Braces Dr. Panucci and team in new office

“The Beach Braces team has always prided ourselves on providing the latest in orthodontic technology and the best patient care. With our new location, we’ve added the most comfortable and attractive premises possible,” beams Dr.  Panucci.  “Our goal is to make “moving teeth” a fun experience.”

BEACH BRACES is a leading INVISALIGN ELITE provider, along with Invisalign Teen, Esthetic (clear) Braces, traditional metal braces, and Lingual Braces.

About the Company:

Beach Braces

220 N. Aviation Blvd. Suite A

Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

310-379-0006

https://www.beachbraces.org

New Address & Expanded Services for Manhattan Beach Orthodontist

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Wearing an Incredible Smile – A Fashion Statement

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Celebrity’s Orthodontic Journey # 7: Nicolas Cage

Where’d he get that smile?

When you’re mesmerized by Nicholas Cage in an action movie like National Treasure, you don’t really ask yourself how he got those perfectly straight, dazzling white teeth. However, you’ve probably wondered what it would be like to have a smile like that.

Nick Cage is not shy about sharing where he got that much photographed smile. He found it through lingual braces that were fitted to straighten his lower teeth. Invisible to the observer, lingual braces work below the tongue area to gradually bring teeth back into alignment.

The freedom to smile

Today, braces for adults have become fashionable and liberating for many users. Nicholas Cage serves as a famous example of what lingual braces can do for a person. Yet who doesn’t wish they could smile with the ease and brilliance of a movie star?

You may not know it, but many people experience lower teeth crowding, and it isn’t until later in adulthood that it becomes more pronounced and begins to impact confidence. You are seeing more and more people take decisive steps to correct their smile because today’s new braces have been put in the reach of so many people.

Order up a new smile today

If you are thinking about braces for adults or Lingual Braces in Manhattan Beach, call Beach Braces today at 310-379-0006. As her testimonials indicate, Dr. Patricia Panucci DMD, MS, is one of the Best Orthodontists in Los Angeles and will be happy to answer any questions you may have about braces for adults or today’s Invisalign braces. At Beach Braces, new smiles are mandatory–treasure map optional.

Beach Braces, 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.

Wearing an Incredible Smile – A Fashion Statement

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Change Your Life with Affordable Braces

Beach Braces, braces, orthodonticsA beautiful smile is one of the most powerful attributes you can have. Not only can it magnetize and attract a world of people, but also it can give you a strong sense of confidence about who you are. Affordable braces can restore alignment problems so that you can have a beautiful smile again. Whether you have a small gap or an extreme malocclusion, braces can help you to straighten your way into the hearts of all the people you meet. You can get affordable dental braces today and make payments on them while you are receiving treatment.

Types of Braces

Several types of braces exist. The braces that everyone knows about are the traditional front view metal braces and brackets. Orthodontists have been using those braces for decades, but new modern solutions are available today. Now, you can purchase lingual braces if you are slightly shy about having brackets on the front of your teeth. Lingual braces hide behind the teeth so that no one can see them but you. Additionally, you can try Invisalign as an alternative. Invisalign is an invisible alignment repair system that you can remove from your mouth for cleaning and eating.

Average Cost for Braces:

Many factors come into play when an orthodontist is creating the price for braces. The severity of your bite problem, the system that you use and the location of your braces will determine the price. You will have to pay more if you need upper and lower braces, for example. The average cost for braces is approximately $5,000. That is the estimate for a standard metal bracket set of braces. Lingual braces will cost more due to the difficulty of insertion.

How to Get Affordable Braces:

The best way to get affordable braces in Manhattan Beach is to work with a local orthodontist office that has compassion and understanding. This type of orthodontist will be willing to offer you an affordable payment plan. You can also use an insurance policy to pay for a certain portion of the work. Some orthodontist offices offer additional financing options. Manhattan orthodontist know that your smile is important to you. Therefore, they will make every effort to get your braces on you so that you can feel better immediately.

Affordable Braces in Manhattan Beach

Patricia Panucci is a friendly and reliable orthodontist who has been in the business for longer than a decade. Her beautiful and radiant smile is a perfect example of the work that she does for Manhattan residents. She feels as though everyone deserves a chance to smile. Therefore, she provides a friendly, clean and helpful environment for you to visit. Dr. Panucci’s entire team of specialists at Beach Braces is a close-knit family that wants nothing more than to see you smile. If you need help with braces or any other dental issues, then you can contact the office for a consultation. You can schedule an appointment to get the sunshine back in your life.

Beach Braces, 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd. Suite B, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

TEL: 310-379-0006 Fax: (310) 379-7051.

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FAQ About Lingual Braces

Lingual Braces Explained 

How long will I have a lisp? Will I talk funny?

Speech may be affected causing a lisp or excess saliva. You will be given a poem called The Rainbow Passage which helps with pronunciation. We recommend you practice aloud 3x per day, until your speech sounds normal. This usually takes just a few days. Click here to view The Rainbow Passage .

Does it hurt to have lingual braces?

No, it does not hurt to have lingual partial braces. You may experience a temporary soreness at the beginning of treatment due to the pressure from the arch wire. Some patients will take an over the counter pain reliever, but most don’t need it. Lingual Braces

How do I floss?

Flossing does take some practice. View our patient care videos about flossing. Ask your orthodontist about a floss threaders and instructions on how to floss with braces.

What can I eat? What can’t I eat?

You will need to avoid eating anything hard, chewy or sticky. These types of foods can shear off the brackets, so be careful with your lingual braces. Your orthodontist will provide a food list for you, most patients eat their normal foods, only modified (maybe cut into smaller bites).

Will people notice or see my lingual braces?

Lingual braces are meant to be an esthetic option. The braces “hide” behind your teeth. Unless you are standing on your head or laugh with your mouth wide open, most people will not notice you have braces.

Do I have to have wear retainers when I am finished?

Yes, as with all orthodontic treatments, it will be necessary to wear lifetime retainer(s). These may be either removable or fixed retainers. In most cases, the fixed (or non-removable type) will be recommended.

How often are my appointments?

Appointments will be from three (3) to six (6) week intervals. Due to the rapid nature of the tooth movement, a strict schedule must be adhered to. If a scheduled appointment is missed it may be necessary to reschedule at a time which may be convenient in order to maintain proper control of tooth movement.

How do you tighten lingual braces?

Adjustments are made by using different sizes and materials of wires to align the front teeth. We use specific wires designed for lingual braces.

If you need more information about lingual braces, read this comprehensive blog post.

For all orthodontic procedures including Invisalign clear aligners, feel free to contact our office today.

Beach Braces 220 N. Aviation Blvd. Suite A
Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

 TEL: 310-379-0006 

FAQ About Lingual Braces

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Mom and Dad Can Have Perfect Teeth Too

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If you have been considering adult orthodontic braces so that you can have the straight teeth you always wanted, then read on. There are plenty of options available for adults to have braces, depending on your lifestyle, person preferences, and individual requirements. You will need to choose the style of braces that is best for you. But what are adult orthodontic braces, and how do you find the best option for you?

Conventional Metal Braces

Metal braces are the most common type of braces. This brace type is made from the highest grade of steel and they are affixed to the outside of your teeth. A few benefits to this type of braces are: durability, lack of discoloration, and speed of treatment.  Modern day metal braces are much smaller, more comfortable, and more attractive than those of even a decade ago.

Clear Ceramic Braces

The clear ceramic braces are attached to your teeth in the same manner as metal braces. However, because they tooth colored, they are less noticeable than the metal versions.

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Lingual braces are attached behind your teeth (the lingual side of the teeth). Lingual braces are completely hidden behind the teeth. Lingual braces have an adjustment period just like any other type of braces.

Invisible Braces (Clear Aligners)

Invisible braces are popular with adults and teens. Invisalign is comprised of a set of clear orthodontic trays that are called aligners. These aligners are customized to your mouth to accomplish the alignment that needs to take place for smile improvement. They are much less visible than braces. Teeth cleaning is easier because the aligners can be removed. However, this type of brace can only be used with simple teeth corrections. They are not designed to handle more complex cases but it’s not unknown to get a six month smile with Invisalign.

Which is the Best kind?

It really comes down to persona choice. There are pros and cons to each type of braces, and choosing is very personal. Consider your priorities, budget, whether you wish to conceal your braces, and of course you should always take your orthodontists’s recommendations into consideration. One thing is for certain – you are never too old to have braces and have your teeth corrected. Talk to your orthodontist to get a better understanding of what your personal situation would entail.

Contact Beach Braces

Contact Beach Braces today for your free initial orthodontic consultation.

Patricia J. Panucci DmD, MS – Specialist in Children and Adults Orthodontics in Southern California.

Beach Braces 1730 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Suite B. Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Phone: (310) 379-0006 • Fax: (310) 379-7051

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