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Orthodontic braces treatments are available to patients of all ages. Almost 1/2 of of orthodontic braces patients are adults. In terms, if braces for children, in accordance with the American Association of Orthodontists, The Gelb Center recommends that children have their first orthodontic evaluation by the age of 3-4. With early evaluation and diagnosis, children can achieve optimal orthodontic results.
Early treatment provides a range of benefits and often means that a patient can avoid surgery or other serious complications. There is, of course, no age limit for orthodontic treatment as both children and adults benefit from orthodontic braces. As such, our office accommodates orthodontic patients of all ages.
There are two major types of orthodontic braces for adults and kids: fixed braces and removable braces. There are also very popular contemporary treatments such as “invisible” braces, Invisalign, and traditional (visible) braces. If you are a candidate for braces, our orthodontists will recommend the type of braces that are best suited for you.
For the vast majority of our Upper East Side NYC orthodontic braces patients, wearing fixed appliances (commonly called braces) will be a major part of their orthodontic treatment — and those braces, for the most part, will be the familiar silvery-metal type. But while they’re still quite popular, traditional-looking metal braces are no longer the only game in town. Let’s have a look at some of the contemporary options available in orthodontic appliances.
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Straight Wire braces are the most common type of braces used by orthodontists as well as the most inexpensive type of braces.
With these braces, you can create your own color combination of elastics for your braces. These braces are the most commonly elected type of orthodontic brace by teenage patients.
The orthodontic term ‘lingual’ refers to the attachment of braces on the inner surface of the tooth, inside the mouth where they cannot be seen. Your teeth can be straightened by an orthodontist without worrying about your appearance. These braces are most commonly elected by the adult orthodontic braces candidates if they do not qualify for Invisalign™ braces.
Often referred to as “Ceramic Braces” these clear braces are made of translucent (clear) material and are vaguely noticeable. These braces are most popular with our adult orthodontic braces patients due to their cosmetic appeal.
Functional braces only work in growing children and adolescents. Functional braces may be necessary to correct very protruding upper or lower front teeth, improve the way molar teeth bite together, or even improve your facial profile so that the jaws look more aligned with each other when you look at the face in profile.
Removable braces click onto your teeth and can be removed when necessary. This type of brace is usually only used for the upper teeth and is limited in its capabilities. It is necessary for the Upper East Side, NYC orthodontist to determine if you are a candidate for removable orthodontic braces.
Invisalign® is the most contemporary orthodontic braces technology to straighten misaligned teeth in an almost invisible way, without wires or metal braces. Invisalign is an extremely popular type of braces elected by adults. Additional brands of “clear aligners” are available.
As an alternative to the fixed type of orthodontic appliances mentioned above, clear aligners are removable. They are actually a series of clear plastic “trays” that fit over your teeth exactly. Each tray is part of a series of trays that move your teeth a little bit at a time until they are in the proper position. Your trays are designed with the help of specialized computer software that generates a virtual model of your bite.
Dr. Michael Gelb, DDS, MS is a world-renowned TMJ and Sleep Specialist with practices in both New York City and White Plains. He received his D.D.S. degree from Columbia University College of Dental Medicine and his M.S. from SUNY at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Gelb is the co-author of <a href=”https://www.amazon.com/Gasp-Airway-Health-Hidden-Wellness/dp/1536995266/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>GASP: Airway Health- The Hidden Path to Wellness</a>, and the co-founder of both <a href=”https://www.airwayhealth.org/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>The Foundation for Airway Health</a> and <a href=”https://www.aapmd.org/” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>The American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry</a>.
The Gelb Center was founded over 30 years ago by Dr. Michael Gelb’s father, Dr. Harold Gelb. Since then, Dr. Michael has taken his father’s findings to the next level through his Airway Centric® integrated therapy. He invented the ACG™ Airway Centric® System with the help of ProSomnus Sleep Technologies. The ACG System is the first day and night dental appliance solution that offers an integrated approach to addressing airway issues.
Dr. Michael Gelb is dedicated to improving his patients’ health by reducing pain, restoring refreshing sleep and transforming lives.
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Excellent – very professional and efficient practice. Very nice staff and fabulous doctor.
I stopped snoring like a bear and rarely get migraines like I used to quite frequently … This man is amazing … I love you Dr.Gelb and forever thankful to you.
Dr. Michael Gelb is one of the movers and shakers in the field of research and developmen
… I am so thankful for this man for renewing the lease on my life! You are without a doubt one of Gods Angels on earth.
He makes you feel so comfortable and confident in your health. I would recommend Dr. Gelb to anyone who has had any TMJ/jaw pain issues. He is simply the best.
His reputation as a leading specialist in this area is well-deserved. I highly recommend his services for these treatments.
Class Act. Cured my TMJ. Wish I could give a higher review. Delivers on his promises.
He gave me jaw appliances one for the day and one for the night and they seriously help. He really knows what he is doing and I couldn’t be more happy to have found the best jaw doc in NYC.
He really impressed me at my first two visits and he came very highly recommended. My mom was treated for TMJ by his dad and insisted that I only see Dr. Gelb since her results were 100% satisfactory.
By far the best doctor in NYC. I highly recommend people see him because TMJ can be solved and linked to so many daily problems!
Dr. Gelb is kind, compassionate and extraordinarily knowledgeable … I cannot recommend Dr. Gelb highly enough.
I am an Obstructive Sleep Apnea patient and Dr. Gelb literally changed my life, and maybe even saved it.
I cannot say enough positive good things about Dr. Gelb and his staff. I came to him and he turned my life around for the better almost immediately.
Thankyou Dr. Gelb. Wait – let me say it one more time: Thank you Dr. Gelb … thankfully the tri-state area has the Gelb Center.
Simply stated, Dr. Gelb is stellar! I can’t recommend him enough and can’t wait until I am free, with his help, from dealing with this chronic health issue.
I intend to continue my treatment with the Dr and would recommend other migraine/TMJ sufferers to see Dr. Gelb, as finding a good practice is hard to come by.