Waiting can be difficult when you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment.
Regardless of whether you’re sporting conventional fixed braces or in the middle of an
Invisalign care
plan, it’s only natural to want results as soon as possible.
On average, orthodontic treatment takes around 24 months to complete, but
it can take as long as 36 months. These timeframes can be discouraging. After all, you want to look your
best now, not in 3 years.
At Beverly Hills Orthodontics, we understand how excited patients are to
see their new smiles. As one of the top Invisalign
providers in the country, we want all of our patients
to have the best orthodontic experience possible, which is why we offer accelerated orthodontic services
whenever possible
So, what is accelerated orthodontics? Is it the right option for you?
We’ll help you find the answers.
What is Accelerated Orthodontics?
Accelerated orthodontics is a series of orthodontic procedures that are used in conjunction with either
Invisalign or fixed braces to more quickly provide patients with straighter smiles.
Depending on your specific needs, accelerated orthodontic treatments can reduce overall treatment time by up to
40%.
Faster orthodontic treatment allows patients to more quickly experience the benefits of straighter teeth,
including:
How Do Accelerated Orthodontic Treatments Work?
The central concept behind accelerated orthodontic treatment is bone stimulation.
All teeth are fixed into place by ligaments attaching the roots of teeth into the bone. These ligaments serve to
anchor the teeth to bone as well as absorb any bite stresses on the teeth so teeth don’t break. Teeth are so
firmly attached to bone there is a delicate balance of pressure that causes bone to gently break down, allowing
the teeth to move and then build back up around the new position of the teeth. This is an incredibly delicate
balance.
Accelerated orthodontic treatments speed up tooth movement via jawbone stimulation. By stimulating the
tissues and bone that surround tooth roots, accelerated orthodontic treatments
enable teeth to more quickly move into new positions. At Beverly Hills Orthodontics, our preferred
accelerated treatment is OrthoPulse.
Approved by the FDA in 2015, OrthoPulse is a removable patient-operated oral device that delivers low
levels of near-infrared (nIR) light to gum tissue and bone. nIR light naturally stimulates cell
metabolism and increases chemical energy. By applying nIR light to the area surrounding tooth roots,
OrthoPulse helps facilitate quicker tooth realignment for shorter overall treatment. Not only is
OrthoPulse proven to reduce orthodontic treatment times, it only takes 10 minutes a day.
Is Accelerated Orthodontics Right for Me?
If you’re asking, “What is accelerated orthodontics?” chances are that your next question is, “Is it the right
treatment for me?”
When it comes to orthodontics, it’s impossible to recommend any treatment without an in-person or virtual
consultation. However, OrthoPulse has few limitations when it comes to patient qualification. Generally
speaking, if you are healthy enough for orthodontic treatment, you are also a good candidate for OrthoPulse.
Fast-Track Your Smile
At Beverly Hills Orthodontics, we know how hard it can be to wait for your
perfect smile.
That’s why we use every tool available to accelerate treatment. With the help of treatment options like
OrthoPulse, our expert team can make sure that you get the results you want as soon as possible.
If you’re wondering if accelerated orthodontics is right for you, call
us at 310-785-0770 or visit our contact page to book an
appointment.