You live in Denver, and you have just decided to enter into the world of the metal mouths. It was a difficult decision for you but you finally believe that it was the right choice.

So what's next?

Once you have selected the appropriate orthodontic care provider in Denver, you should have to go in for a few prelim tests. Usually your initial visit you will be required to take x-rays of your mouth along with x-rays of each of your individual teeth. There is also the possibility that pictures of your mouth, teeth and face will be taken as well.

Molds are usually taken of your teeth. Funny silly putty type clay will be used to make the impressions. There are different flavors available to help ease this process. The top teeth are usually done first, followed by the bottom set of teeth. Some people have difficulty with this part if they have easy gag reflexes. Your best option in this case is to just be calm and stay relaxed as the impressions are being made.

Time to select the Adult Braces Treatment Plan

At this point once you have gone through the x-rays and the molds, your orthodontists will take a look at all of the data and try to figure out the best plan for treatment.

Prior to continuing with any treatment, the orthodontist should go over all the steps involved in a consultation visit. You should ask all of the questions that you should have at this time. Make sure that you are comfortable with this method of treatment.

Before your treatment starts.

Sometimes, depending on the gap between your teeth and the expected outcome of your new teeth, spacers might need to be inserted between the gaps. Most patients indicate that this is probably one of the worst parts of the treatment. Thankfully, this part of the treatment usually only lasts for approximately 7 days or so.

In other cases, there will need to be some extractions done. Depending on the conditions of your mouth you will have to have these teeth removed before the orthodontist can proceed with your braces treatment. The orthodontist might also recommend a cleaning before proceeding. A professional cleaning would be a good idea.

If you are also looking into getting your teeth whitened as well you should ask whether that should be done prior to the treatment or after the treatment. Teeth whitening techniques have been known to make the teeth and gums overly sensitive for some time.