Removable appliance or removable braces are used to straighten the teeth and minor orthodontic treatment. These comprise a plate made of plastic with wires coming from the sides. The side wires grip the teeth to allow the brace to remain in place. As the name suggests, these braces can be removed by the patient and fitted again. They are mainly used to move a single tooth and widen either the upper or lower arches. The removable appliance must be worn all the time for them to be effective, except while playing sports and for cleaning or flossing. Some patients might feel strange during the initial period as the plastic plates occupy some space in the mouth, but they get used to it soon. Removable braces offer several benefits to a patient, such as they can be removed when required, for eating, brushing and flossing. This reduces the risk of problems related to oral hygiene during treatment as they are easy to clean. Also, the length of treatment is shorter compared to the traditional braces. The removable appliance is relatively discreet, as they can be removed during the personal and professional occasions, such as a meeting or social party.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Removable Appliance

Removable Appliance Surgeons

The Removable Appliance doctor typically first sees the results of the tests ordered to assess the overall health of the patient. Based on the initial assessment, the doctor would prepare a treatment plan tailored according to the individualized needs of the patients. The treatment plan for Removable Appliance, its alternative options, the pros and cons associated with each option and the treatment cost is thoroughly discussed with the patient to seek their approval.

Once the patient gives his or her consent, the Removable Appliance surgeon addresses his team members and shares the details of the case with them. The team members prepare for Removable Appliance and share a scheduled date of the procedure with the patient. The patient is advised to follow a few instructions as given by the Removable Appliance surgeon. In addition, the Removable Appliance hospital initiates the formalities and informs the patient about the estimated cost. The patient is accordingly required to submit documents for any insurance claim approval.

What is the Removable Appliance surgeon responsible for?

The surgeon is responsible for the preoperative diagnosis of the Removable Appliance patient, for performing the operation, and for providing the patient with postoperative surgical care and treatment. The surgeon is worked as the leader of the Removable Appliance surgical team.

Dr. Mridul Seth

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon and Implantologist | Senior Consultant - Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

BDS, MDS -Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology

Works at Max Super Specialty Hospital Saket

New Delhi, India -

Dr. Mridul Seth is a renowned Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon and Implantologist, with over 21 years of experience in the clinical field.

He specializes in all kinds of dental procedures including complex ones like dental Implantation, clinical oral surgeries, maxillofacial surgeries, direct sinus lift surgery and many others.

In his illustrious career, he has worked under reputed Surgeons and Implantologists in Canada and has been a teaching faculty (Prof. and HOD) in renowned medical teaching facilities.

Dr. Seth is known for his compassion and personalized care he provides to all his patients.

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