Orthodontics
Are your crooked and misaligned teeth making you feel self-conscious while also affecting the function of your smile?
Orthodontic treatment can restore the look of your smile while preventing new dental disorders from developing.
Algonquin Orthodontics in Lake in the Hills, IL, helps patients reach their smile goals through orthodontic treatment every day of the week.
Benefits of Orthodontics
Orthodontics is more than a cosmetic procedure. While the aesthetic benefits of orthodontic treatment are clear, orthodontics offers various other benefits:
Improved Confidence
A straighter, more pleasing smile can improve your confidence significantly. A warm smile is an inviting way to introduce and express yourself, but patients unhappy with their teeth may shy away from confidently smiling to the world.
Better Oral Health
Crooked, overlapping, and poorly aligned teeth can be hard to properly brush, floss, and keep clean. Daily dental hygiene practices are essential to good oral health, and having a straight, aligned new smile makes dental cleaning much more manageable.
Improved Functionality
Misaligned and crooked teeth can make chewing and speaking difficult. Over time, an uneven bite can cause larger dental health issues. But by undergoing treatment now, you can overcome current problems and help prevent future ones.
What Concerns Can Orthodontics Treat?
Some patients have a smaller jaw that can't accommodate all teeth neatly. Overcrowding can make dental hygiene habits harder to follow, leading to more significant problems like gum disease.
An underbite is characterized by the lower teeth protruding past the upper teeth. This can cause bite and misalignment issues, leading to severe oral health issues, like temporomandibular disorder (TMD).
An overbite is the opposite of an underbite. The patient's top teeth hang over their lower teeth with an overbite. Like an underbite, an overbite can put excess stress on the temporomandibular joints.
A crossbite is when the teeth are misaligned horizontally, creating an uneven smile and bite. Patients with a crossbite may find they can only chew on one side, and their function is limited. Orthodontics is essential to prevent further jaw disorders.
An open bite occurs when the patient's upper and lower front teeth do not meet when their mouth is closed. This can make functionality difficult and lead to severe jaw disorders if treatment is not promptly completed.
Gapped teeth may not only detract from the beauty of your smile, but they can also affect the functionality of your teeth. From eating to speaking, gapped teeth can make simple pleasures frustrating.
Can You Benefit From Orthodontics? Request a Consultation
Are you struggling with any of the problems above? Our orthodontist can help correct your dental health concerns and help prevent further damage to your smile. Dr. Amer Shammaa is well-versed in the world of orthodontics. He is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Dental Association, and several other professional organizations that keep him on top of the latest orthodontic techniques.
No matter what alignment issue you have, our orthodontist can help you through the use of advanced orthodontic treatments. To make treatment convenient, our office is open late and on the weekends. If you have questions, leave a message at our Lake in the Hills, IL, office and we'll get back to you. Or call us at Algonquin Orthodontics to get answers or to request a consultation and begin the process of straightening your smile:(847) 854-0011
"Love the way my teeth look" 5-Star Reviews From Lake in the Hills, IL, Patients
Edgar Camacho II
2022
Just got braces my off. Love the way my teeth look. Staff is super friendly and the process was well worth it.
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Dima Al Hussami
2021
He did a great job in creating my beautiful smile! Thank you Dr Shammaa
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Braces vs. Invisalign Which Treatment is Right for Me?
A few factors can determine if a candidate is better suited for braces or Invisalign. Here are a few key differences between the two options:
Braces
- Treats moderate to severe alignment issues
- Can treat both teeth and jaw alignment problems
- Brushing and flossing can be difficult
- Fixed to your teeth throughout treatment
- Can be made of metal or ceramic
Invisalign
- Treats mild to moderate alignment issues
- Removable
- Clear plastic aligners
- Less noticeable than braces
- Can be more comfortable than braces
Step-by-Step Treatment Timeline
Our office is open late, and we are available for weekend appointments. No matter what comes up, we can treat you right away.
Types of Braces Algonquin Orthodontics Offers
Our office offers two types of braces for orthodontic patients:
Traditional metal braces are more evident than clear ceramic braces but may be necessary for more severe alignment issues. They can withstand more force, which may be necessary for straightening a crooked smile.
For mild to moderate orthodontic cases, patients may opt for ceramic braces. These braces are more discreet than traditional braces and move teeth faster than clear aligners.
Types of Invisalign
Algonquin Orthodontics offers both traditional and express Invisalign treatments.
Traditional Invisalign
Our traditional Invisalign aligners are the simplest and most discreet way to achieve a straighter smile. Instead of bulky metal braces, patients wear a series of clear plastic trays that bring their teeth into alignment. Because these trays are removable, you can brush and floss normally and enjoy all the foods you normally eat throughout treatment.
Invisalign Express
Invisalign Express allows patients to complete treatment at a faster rate. Traditional Invisalign usually consists of 25 aligners, but Invisalign Express only consists of 5 to 10 aligners. This may not be an option for patients with severe corrections.
"100% recommend" More 5-Star Reviews From Lake in the Hills, IL, Patients
Christy Delordo
2019
Algonquin Orthodontics has been a great experience. My daughter’s teeth look great! I was always able to schedule convenient appointments and the cost was less compared to other local orthodontists.
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Abdallah Malas
2021
I had my invisalign done by Dr. Shammaa and I love my teeth! He is very experienced and kind. The office is neat and well equipped. Prices are very reasonable when compared with other orthodontic offices. 100% recommend.
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