Orthodontics
Lake Forest, IL – When you undergo orthodontic treatment, you are investing a lot – time, emotions, and finances. It can be frustrating to realize down the road that your smile is no longer what is used to be.
Dr. Michael Stosich and his team are here to help patients who received orthodontic treatment years prior or who have experienced an orthodontic relapse, and who would like to return their smile to its previous glory. Whether you’re an adult who received treatment in adolescence or you completed mail order aligners and found yourself unhappy with your results. The team at Deerpath Orthodontics and Family Dental are here for you.
Dr. Stosich believes the first place to start is by identifying what your specific concerns are. While a feeling of “I just don’t like it” is valid, it can be helpful to identify specific areas that you are unhappy with. Do you feel like your smile isn’t straight enough? Do you not like the way your teeth fit together when you bite down? Did you use mail-order aligners and the result isn’t quite what you picture?
“It’s important to remember that orthodontic treatment isn’t a once and done event,” says Dr. Stosich. “This is because our teeth naturally shift as we age, so it’s important to continue wearing a retainer or seek re-treatment if you’ve noticed your smile has changed. And if you have used mail-order aligners, we recommend you seek a consultation with an orthodontist to ensure your smile will set you up for a lifetime of good oral health.”
Dr. Stosich is highly respected for the scientifically backed approach he takes to correcting smiles. He takes the time to look at the relationship between your teeth, jaws, and profile to ensure a harmonious solution can be found. And Deerpath Orthodontics and Family Dental also offers comprehensive general dentistry care under the same roof, so we can address any cosmetic concerns you may have at the same time.
Why Orthodontic Results Can Change Over Time
Let’s take a look at some common reasons why patients may be unhappy with their orthodontic results. Common reasons people seek re-treatment include:
- Orthodontic relapse. After orthodontic treatment, it is important to maintain retainer wear. This ensures your teeth don’t drift back to their old locations. Forgetting to wear your retainer, especially in the days and weeks immediately following getting your braces off leaves you susceptible to relapse.
- Root or gum issues. If you had unaddressed issues with your oral health prior to treatment, your final outcome can be affected. At Deerpath Orthodontics and Family Dental, we have orthodontics and general dentistry in one place. That means we can address underlying issues prior to orthodontic treatment to ensure a stable outcome.
- Mail order aligner kits. We are seeing a rise in companies offering mail order aligner kits. We know this can seem appealing because everything can be done from the comfort of your home. However, without expert oversight, results can be far from what you hoped for and can even cause more harm than good.
- Age-related shifting. Even with results that you loved previously, your mouth is going to change as you age. Touch-up treatment can address those concerns and keep your smile on the right path.
You deserve a smile as unique and wonderful as you are. And at Deerpath Orthodontics and Family Dental, that’s the business we’re in. You don’t have to live with a less than perfect smile. Call our office today to schedule your complimentary consultation and we’ll have you on the path to your ideal smile in no time, 847-579-4979.
