Orthodontics is more popular than ever. This popularity is due to the overwhelming success of improved treatments and technology. New technology produces better results with fewer visits and shortened treatment times. Dr. Matthews stays on the forefront of orthodontic technology; so for our patients, this means enhanced comfort, decreased treatment time and fewer trips to the orthodontist!
Right from the beginning, it’s easy to see that SureSmile is a revolutionary new process. We use 3-D images taken by a CT scan to build a computer model of your teeth. Next, Dr. Matthews uses SureSmile 3-D Treatment Planning Software to analyze the virtual model of your teeth and then plot precise individual tooth movements for the entire course of your treatment. Because your care is planned on the computer from the beginning, we can design archwires that work more efficiently from the start of treatment, which means fewer wire changes and adjustments. SureSmile robots custom bend space-age Shape Memory Alloy archwires exclusively for your treatment. The end result is more directed tooth movement that “shortens the distance” to the target position.www.suresmile.com
SPEED brackets allow your teeth to make more movements between appointments, which translates to faster treatment. By having smaller, less noticeable braces, our patient’s oral hygiene is also improved. These brackets do not utilize the colored bands at the beginning of treatment, but do allow us to move your treatment along quicker.www.speedsystem.com
Another example of recent improvements is nickel-titanium-alloy archwires. These have replaced the traditional stainless steel wires used in braces. This new technology provides our patients with a temperature-sensitive wire that allows for continuous movement of the teeth over longer periods of time.