Hi, i need a dental implant but also want a 6 month brace fitted. can you tell whether the brace would have to be fitted first to align the teeth then the dental implant fitted or would the implant be fitted first then brace? I was told my tooth wasnt strong enough to put a venner on when i spoke about having them so was worried about a brace being fitted on the tooth that needs a dental implant as it would be moved? many thanks
Hi,
That’s a tricky one! and without seeing you in person it’s hard to judge.
In most cases you will find that the braces need to be fitted first to make sure the teeth either side of the implant space are in the best possible position, and when this is finished, arrangements for the implant made.
Even if the teeth are of poor quality, the work can still be done. If the tooth needs to be moved, it can be put onto the brace towards the end of treatment, or if it is to be removed and replaced with an implant, sometimes it can be left off the brace completely.
I hope this helps. Feel free to contact me if you have any further queries or come and see me at Sparkle Dental Boutique in London.
Saba Qureshi
Specialist Orthodontist
Saba Qureshi
311 Boston Road Hanwell London W7 2AT
Web: www.sparkledental.co.uk Tel: 020 8567 4344
