Pro nejúčinnější a nejrychlejší léčbu je doporučeno nosit rovnátka 22 hodin denně. Pro děti je nejjednodušší si vytvořit návyk, že rovnátka mají v ústech kdykoli, když nejí a nečistí si zuby.

The cost depends primarily on the severity of the dental defect and the expected outcome. The lowest cost is for treatments that improve the aesthetics of the front teeth, which are important for a beautiful smile; however, in children, the goal is most often to create favorable conditions for the permanent teeth.

It depends on the patient’s age, your insurance provider, and the severity of the orthodontic condition. Generally speaking, insurance providers cover the cost of orthodontic treatment and materials only in cases of severe developmental defects, such as a cleft palate. Some insurance companies also provide coverage for minors, primarily for the medical procedures necessary for braces treatment, not the braces themselves—but it’s always best to checkthe current terms andconditions they offer. Unfortunately, insurance companies still primarily view braces as a cosmetic procedure.

No, you must always remove your braces before eating—only during certain stages might your orthodontist recommend eating with them on. We do not recommend chewing gum while wearing braces, as it could stick to them. And it’s not comfortable either.

You may have some trouble with pronunciation at first, which could lead to a few funny situations, but children naturally get used to them very quickly. Before long, neither you nor those around you will even notice the braces.