Patient: Sarah Johnson, 15 years old
Problem: Sarah had a significant overjet, which caused her upper front teeth to stick out further than her lower front teeth. This made her self-conscious about her smile and caused her to have a lisp when speaking.
Treatment: Sarah was prescribed traditional metal braces for her upper and lower teeth. The treatment lasted for 13 months.
Procedure: Metal brackets and wires were attached to Sarah’s upper and lower teeth. The orthodontist made regular adjustments to the wire tension to gradually move Sarah’s upper and lower teeth into the desired position. Sarah also received a bite plate to help correct her overjet.
Challenges: Sarah experienced some discomfort in the first few days after the braces were put on and after adjustments. She also had difficulty speaking clearly due to the overjet.
Solution: Sarah was given over-the-counter pain relievers to help with the initial discomfort. She also received speech therapy to help her adjust to speaking with the braces in her mouth and the bite plate.
Outcome: After 13 months of treatment, Sarah’s overjet was corrected and her upper front teeth were no longer sticking out further than her lower front teeth. She now has a symmetrical and beautiful smile and no longer has a lisp when speaking.
Conclusion: Traditional metal braces are a highly effective treatment option for correcting overjets, as well as other types of malocclusions. With proper care, regular adjustments and some patience, patients can achieve a straighter, healthier smile that can boost their confidence and improve their overall oral health.
Overview
Removal at 13 months
7th appointment
13 months total treatment time
7 appointments
