Treatments

There’s no better time than now to get your smile aligned and corrected at R. Paul Campbell, D.M.D. With state-of-the-art technology, patients in Bellefonte and Lewistown, PA can receive various options such as metal braces, clear braces, and aligners at any age. Clear braces are a popular choice among patients.

Early Treatment

Braces and teeth aligners are essential orthodontic appliances. While some people are blessed with perfectly aligned teeth, others may need dental alignment treatment as early as seven years old. Though your child may not need them at that age, The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children should be screened by an orthodontist for potential orthodontic problems in their tooth alignment, gums, jaw, and faced problems, reverse swallow, tongue thrust habits, and correcting them with the necessary orthodontic appliances before becoming more serious. Schedule a consultation today!

Adolescent Treatment

For many teenagers, wearing braces is almost a rite of passage into their adult years. Adolescents are growing and changing at a rapid rate, which is when crooked teeth, gaps, and bad bites are detected. Since these problems don’t correct themselves, most parents will seek alignment treatment. Braces will be placed on the patient’s teeth to straighten and correct their bite, offering a confident and healthy smile.

Adult Treatment

Just because you’re an adult doesn’t mean you missed the window of opportunity of having a great smile. Our orthodontist will guide your journey to a straighter smile. At R. Paul Campbell, D.M.D., adult patients are offered a full range of specially designed treatment methods including traditional metal braces and advanced orthodontic technology that produce dramatically different results. Each orthodontic treatment is crafted to improve the appearance of your smile while preventing potential tooth decay, gum and bone loss, irregular wear of tooth enamel, and TMJ/TMD pain.

Types of Braces

IN-OVATION C Braces are a great option for those looking for clear braces.

These self-ligating ceramic braces are made from tooth-colored material and naturally colored brackets, making them perfect for patients concerned with aesthetics and “blending in.”

Self-Ligating Braces

Lighter wires and lower-friction brackets used in orthodontic appliances produce faster results and provide more comfort. This orthodontic technology is both effective and comfortable during treatment. The slide mechanism, strong mechanical base bonding, and solid wall brackets are structured to control tooth movement with speed and efficiency. These self-ligating braces are also easier to clean, ensuring good oral hygiene can be maintained.

Thermal Activated Wires

These high-tech pliable wires enable teeth to move quicker and cause less discomfort than other variations of orthodontic braces. These high-tech pliable wires enable teeth to move quicker and cause less discomfort than other variations of braces.

ClearCorrect™

When you want straight teeth but don’t want distracting metal braces, we have the aligner options for you! ClearCorrect™ teeth aligners are custom-made, removable, and clear, which means your teeth will straighten without anyone knowing. With teeth aligners like ClearCorrect™, you can also eat and drink whatever you want! Enjoy foods you love without the hassle. Life can be clearer with ClearCorrect™. Ask your orthodontist about alternative options like Invisalign aligners.

Retention

It’s crucial to establish a routine of wearing your orthodontic retainer to maintain the results you achieved during your treatment phase.

Hawley Retainer

The removable Hawley is considered the “traditional” retainer. Its construction includes plastic (acrylic) that covers the roof of the mouth or lies along the tongue side of the lower teeth and comes in a variety of colors. Wire clasps grasp the back molar teeth to anchor the retainer while a metal bow wire runs across the front of the teeth to help maintain their orthodontic position.

The Essix retainer is a clear, plastic removable appliance that fully covers the teeth to help maintain a straighter position.

The Essix retainer is a clear, plastic removable aligner that fully covers the teeth to help maintain straight teeth. It’s virtually invisible, durable, easy-to-wear and normally less expensive than the traditional retainers.

Start treatment with R. Paul Campbell, D.M.D. today by contacting our practice at either our Bellefonte or Lewistown locations. Our orthodontist team is committed to delivering the best service.