A Brief Explanation of Orthodontic Dentistry

While dental centers do not always provide orthodontic care, at Wright Parkway Dental Center our holistic approach to dental medicine incorporates limited orthodontic services. Orthodontics is the practice of preventing, diagnosing, and correcting teeth and jaws that aren’t aligned in the proper way. While many think the process is just cosmetic, it’s actually critical for proper oral function and to avoid larger health issues.

Orthodontic Services for Youth: Phase One Interceptive Orthodontics

Part of what we do is the preventative practice of orthodontics. This typically begins as a child begins to lose their baby teeth between the ages of 6 and 9. Rather than waiting until teen years when many children get braces, your child can get examined for potential growth issues and can get ahead of the problem early-on. This style of orthodontics is usually reserved for children who show teeth crowding, upper airway issues and jaw misalignment as they are growing and adult teeth are coming in.

Phase One Interceptive Orthodontics is exactly what it sounds like, it intercepts potential dental issues before they begin with preventative measures.

Treatment options that we utilize in this phase of orthodontics include:

  • Limited Braces – not a full set of braces like later in the orthodontic phases, but selecting specific teeth that may be growing in incorrectly and can be shifted easily
  • Headgear – used to correct jaw growth and alignment
  • Retainers – after the procedures are done, it’s common that your child will be given a form of retention to maintain the work done and support healthy growth into the teenage years
  • Spacers – to prevent teeth overcrowding and impacted teeth as the adult teeth come in (if baby teeth are lost too soon)

Our goal is to always keep your child’s future and well-being in mind while crafting an ideal treatment plan that will minimize their risks for tooth and jaw issues as they grow!

Orthodontic Services for Adults: Clear Correct

Many patients who as a child never wore their retainers, or who skipped braces all together will opt for our Clear Correct orthodontic solution. Skipping the traditional wire and bracket braces, these translucent 3D molds are just as effective and more esthetically pleasing for adults.  

Crafted to correct tooth misalignment, we will work with you on a treatment plan that will begin with photos of your mouth, smile and impressions of your teeth; which we then turn into a series of molds that will slowly but effectively move the positioning of your teeth. Every few weeks you will receive a new mold as the repositioning progresses. The clear aligners are to be worn except for when eating, drinking or brushing your teeth.  At the end of the process you’ll have those straight teeth you’ve always dreamed of!

Call us at (850) 243-1534 to schedule an appointment to discuss your orthodontic treatment plan!

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I always feel like I am in good hands here. I think you go above and beyond what most dentist offices do for
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Great Team

A Great Team!! Dr. Welch herself is very professional, knowledgeable, takes the time to explain the background to a procedure…and is very friendly. Her staff are the same and the teamwork they show when they work together is at the highest level. Highly recommended.

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Dr. Welch at Wright Parkway Dental Center is by far the best dentist. She does not just look at a person’s teeth and mouth. She truly is concerned for the overall health of her patients.

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I was so relieved you were able to see me. Thank you! New office procedure only adds to the totally smooth flow of your ever gracious office. So forward thinking!

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Amazing Service

I’ve been going here for years but recently brought in our kiddos. Our oldest needed a filling and was panicked about getting a shot. Dr. Welsh distracted him and she administered the numbing shots so well that he didn’t even know she gave him the shots!! Truly amazing service!

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Always in good hands!! Thank you for taking good care of me all these years! – K.H.

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Dr. Welch and her staff are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. I felt they cared about the patient more than money. They take the time to explain and care above and beyond what is expected.

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My husband, Mack, and I are thrilled to find Dr. Welch since she is truly a biological dentist. We truly wish we’d found her in this area years ago, as I’ve had to fly out to dentists that are beyond just not using mercury. We’re ages 72 & 75, so Dr. Welch will be so helpful with positive aging helped with dentistry…and no concerns about harmful dentisty to our elderly bodies.

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Dr Welch is at the forefront in Dentistry. She always continues her education on TMJ and new advancements in medicine and dental care. Couldn’t find a better Dr. and well run office.

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Not everyone can say going to the dentist is enjoyable, but your professional and enjoyable staff makes it possible. -K.C.

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