We at Dr. Callahan Orthodontics love providing individualized orthodontic care to our patients. We've produced hundreds of beautiful smiles for over 30 years. We understand how important patient satisfaction is and our goal is to provide the best orthodontic care to our patients. We realize your smile is one of the first things people see, and will last you the rest of your life.
As your orthodontist in Downers Grove, Western Suburbs and Bourbonnais, we offer the most innovative treatments and experience available today. We offer traditional as well as invisible braces, designed just for you at an affordable price. Just as each individual patient is unique, each treatment plan is unique. You and Dr. Callahan can decide which option is best for you.
We believe our patients deserve to have all the necessary information needed to make good choices about their oral health. That's why we take the time to explain all your treatment options. We believe this will lead to a more trusting relationship and relieve the stress you may feel about seeing an orthodontist and beginning treatment.
As your orthodontist in Downers Grove, Western Suburbs and Bourbonnais, we offer the most innovative treatments and experience available today. We offer traditional as well as invisible braces, designed just for you at an affordable price. Just as each individual patient is unique, each treatment plan is unique. You and Dr. Callahan can decide which option is best for you.
We believe our patients deserve to have all the necessary information needed to make good choices about their oral health. That's why we take the time to explain all your treatment options. We believe this will lead to a more trusting relationship and relieve the stress you may feel about seeing an orthodontist and beginning treatment.
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The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that your child get an orthodontic check-up no later than age 7. By this age, we can spot subtle problems with jaw growth and emerging teeth while some baby teeth are still present.
When we begin treatment early, we can guide the growth of the jaw and guide incoming permanent teeth, making it easier to fit braces later.
That's important, because some orthodontic problems may be easier to correct if they're found early.
Most orthodontic patients begin active treatment between ages 9 and 14.
When we begin treatment early, we can guide the growth of the jaw and guide incoming permanent teeth, making it easier to fit braces later.
That's important, because some orthodontic problems may be easier to correct if they're found early.
Most orthodontic patients begin active treatment between ages 9 and 14.
An orthodontic appliance uses a controlled force which is applied to the teeth to change their position.
The appliance used is chosen based on the patient's needs as well as achieving the best results for the patient.
Sometimes tenderness may develop when a new appliance is used, but it is only temporary.
Placement of appliances in the mouth is done gradually as the patient gets comfortable with it.
Ceramic brackets are made of clear materials so they are less visible on your teeth than metal braces.
The appliance used is chosen based on the patient's needs as well as achieving the best results for the patient.
Sometimes tenderness may develop when a new appliance is used, but it is only temporary.
Placement of appliances in the mouth is done gradually as the patient gets comfortable with it.
Ceramic brackets are made of clear materials so they are less visible on your teeth than metal braces.
Many times removable appliances are used in conjunction with fixed appliances (braces).
Treatment with removable appliances is based on the patient's needs and certain types of malocclusion.
When performed early, orthodontic treatment can effectively prevent and intercept malocclusion at an early age.
However, more than one period of treatment may be necessary due to growth and changes as the child gets older.
Children should be involved in their treatment so they understand how they can help the treatment along.
Treatment with removable appliances is based on the patient's needs and certain types of malocclusion.
When performed early, orthodontic treatment can effectively prevent and intercept malocclusion at an early age.
However, more than one period of treatment may be necessary due to growth and changes as the child gets older.
Children should be involved in their treatment so they understand how they can help the treatment along.
There are a number of different reasons you may need adult orthodontic treatment.
Adult orthodontics is useful in obtaining proper alignment of the abutments for the construction of bridges and partial dentures and to move teeth into alignment.
Retainers are also important and may be used for long periods.
Permanent retention is obtained through bridgework and replacement of missing teeth.
The parts of the jaw and mouth work together, which is why a problem in one area can cause symptoms elsewhere.
Adult orthodontics is useful in obtaining proper alignment of the abutments for the construction of bridges and partial dentures and to move teeth into alignment.
Retainers are also important and may be used for long periods.
Permanent retention is obtained through bridgework and replacement of missing teeth.
The parts of the jaw and mouth work together, which is why a problem in one area can cause symptoms elsewhere.
Some of the most common causes of TMD are chronic muscle tension associated with clenching or gnashing of teeth, and habits such as gum chewing or stressed jaw posture at work or during sleep.
Neck and shoulder muscle tension and headaches or tooth pain may also be a contributor by the referring pain and tightness to the jaws and face.
If you have experienced any of the above concerns, talk to us about our splint appliance as a non-surgical, non-evasive treatment option.
Treatment helps rest the muscles and joints, and helps relieve symptoms and restore function.
Neck and shoulder muscle tension and headaches or tooth pain may also be a contributor by the referring pain and tightness to the jaws and face.
If you have experienced any of the above concerns, talk to us about our splint appliance as a non-surgical, non-evasive treatment option.
Treatment helps rest the muscles and joints, and helps relieve symptoms and restore function.
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