One of the most frequently asked questions in orthodontics is, “how much longer until I get my braces off?” We are proud to offer our patients Wilckodontics, also known as Accelerated Osteogenic Orthodontics (AOO). This is a relatively new technique designed to dramatically increase the rate of tooth movement allowing patients to complete their treatment within six to 14 months. This is two to three times faster than conventional orthodontics!
We can accomplish this by carefully combining immediate orthodontic techniques with augmentation techniques. After having the braces placed on the teeth, the Wilckodontics procedure is performed. During the procedure, some of the supporting bone is removed. As new bone starts to mineralize, braces can move the teeth rapidly. This is because the bone is soft and there is less resistance to the force of braces. Patients will need to be seen every two weeks to ensure the overall success of treatment.
Research has shown that treatment results are as stable and long-term as that of conventional braces treatment. Wilckodontics has proven to provide patients with beautiful, straight teeth!
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