Orthodontics

Serving Houston, Baytown, La Porte, Pasadena, and Port Arthur

The orthodontic treatment options at the office of Dr. David R. Wooten are custom tailored to fit each patients oral health needs. Teeth and gums continue to shift and adjust depending on the condition of your oral health and the balance of all forces involved. With a goal of straighter teeth and a balanced bite, orthodontic treatment has the ultimate aim of creating structural alignment as well as straight and beautiful teeth. Orthodontic and orthopedic devices like braces, orthotics, and functional appliances can effectively alter the position of teeth and jaws to achieve the desired results. Benefits of orthodontic treatment include a healthier, more comfortable bite, straighter teeth, minimized jaw discomfort, reduced clenching or grinding of the teeth, and correction of overbites. Other benefits include an enhanced facial profile and improved posture. Although much orthodontic treatment is performed during early childhood and adolescence, many men and women did not have the opportunity for it as a child, or they developed the need for orthodontics and orthopedics later in life. No matter how challenging or unusual your orthodontic needs, Dr. Wooten can create an effective solution. We have found that often, even after a patient has been told that their orthodontic problem required a surgical solution, Dr. Wooten's advanced techniques can create a wonderful and lasting result without surgery.

Orthopedic Orthodontics

The field of orthodontics is concerned with achieving teeth positions where all the forces of chewing are in balance and an ideal facial profile has been created. Orthopedic orthodontics uses the principles of structural remodeling of the jaw, head and neck in order to ultimately create optimal tooth positions and facial profiles. Dr. Wooten's technique uses Dentofacial orthopedics, a series of fixed or removable devices to control the position of both jaws, and allow teeth to move into their proper positions. Orthodontic treatment is used in conjunction with orthopedic appliances to straighten the teeth. With successful orthopedic orthodontic treatment, benefits include comfortable jaw position, effective chewing and biting, increased chances of keeping natural teeth over a lifetime, improved airway, overbite correction, speech improvement, and relief from jaw joint and tooth pain, as well as a more beautiful smile and a more stable result for years to come.

Non-extraction Orthodontics

Non-extraction orthodontics is a popular choice for patients who wish to straighten teeth without having to remove any natural permanent teeth. During non-extraction orthodontic treatment, Dr. Wooten will attempt to correct tooth crowding through permanent remodeling of the bones of the jaw. This may include the use of functional appliances much like retainers to non-surgically achieve a beautiful broad smile. Non-extraction orthodontics also may allow patients to spend less time in braces. All these things can be done with minimal or no discomfort and without surgery.

Esthetic Braces

Braces have come a long way in recent years. Using a series of pre-programmed brackets, braces gently move teeth over time for a gradual straightening process. Dr. Wooten uses a state-of-the-art 3D analysis system to aid in the unique prescription of your braces. Whether you need straightening on upper or lower, front or back teeth, Dr. Wooten can prescribe a plan for incredible orthodontic results. After treatment is complete, you are left with a beautiful, symmetrical smile, and noticeably straighter teeth. Today's modern orthodontic braces are more comfortable and esthetically pleasing than ever before. Choose from a variety of materials and colors for truly customized treatment, including the popular invisible braces and clear braces.

Invisible Braces

At the office of Dr. David R. Wooten, the Invisalign system may be used to get the orthodontic result you want without having metal brackets bonded onto your teeth. Custom created from high-tech plastic, Invisalign gently straightens teeth with a series of clear aligners custom designed to fit over your teeth. No bulky brackets or wires are needed, and the aligners are conveniently removable. They can be removed easily for eating and drinking and are comfortable to wear. They are even less conspicuous than clear brackets and very few, if any will even notice that you are wearing them. Dr. Wooten can straighten your teeth without sacrificing the appearance of your smile. To date, over 100,000 people have improved their smiles with Invisalign invisible braces!

Clear Braces

For patients who want to be discreet about orthodontic treatment, crystal clear brackets can be bonded directly to your teeth. They are more discrete than metal brackets and can add a whole new dimension to your smile during your orthodontic treatment. These clear brackets are constructed of a clear synthetic sapphire material, and you will never have to worry about them discoloring. They blend inconspicuously with your teeth. These wonderful brackets provide all the same outstanding straightening results as are available with metal brackets, but without the concerns about appearance!

Get beautifully aligned, straighter teeth with orthodontic options that are simpler and more discreet than ever before! Call the office of Dr. David R. Wooten today for experienced orthodontic care.

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"We help people to smile with both comfort and confidence"

Dr. David R. Wooten
1410 Cedar Bayou Rd, Baytown, TX 77520