Dr. Dean J Murphy D.D.S.
Orthodontist
2835 MCFARLAND RD ROCKFORD IL, 61107About
Dr. Dean Murphy practices Orthodontics in Belvidere, IL. Comprehensive orthodontic treatment includes metal wires that are inserted into orthodontic brackets, which can be made from stainless steel or a more aesthetic ceramic material. The wires interact with the brackets to move teeth into desired positions. Being advanced in the field, Dr. Murphy may also use Invisalign or other aligner trays that have been designed to align a patients? smile. As an orthodontist, Dr. Murphy must recognize various characteristics of a malocclusion or dentofacial deformity, define the nature of the problem, including the etiology if possible, and design a treatment strategy based on the specific needs and desires of the patient.
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After five weeks of completing my braces treatment my tooth hurts.
A frequent cause is your front teeth are bumping a little hard in your bite as your teeth and bite have settled. Your orthodontist should check your clearance. It is a common occurance. READ MORE
Can thumbsucking cause changes in the shape of the teeth?
Thumb sucking can change the shape of the palate, narrowing it and protruding the front teeth on top. The lowet teeth will get seemingly pushed down resulting in an anterior open bite. Stopping this At the age of two or three will usually result in self correction. Older than this and the more hours done, the more they will need help. READ MORE
How is overcrowding of the teeth corrected?
As an adult, realign them with removeable retainers or invisalign. Hold them with a fixed retainer or nightly removeable one. Chronic clenching or bruxing at night is a common cause of lowers moving as an adult. READ MORE
How long does it take for teeth to set with retainers?
This depends on your age and how bad they were to start with. Bruxism and wisdom teeth can also add to movement. Get a lower fixed retainer or experiment with every night, everyother night or every third night wear with a remove able to see how stubborn your teeth are. READ MORE
My 9 year old son is getting his permanent teeth, but they are not in order. What should I do?
This is a common age to be evaluated. Crowding can be addressed now and at this age, permanent teeth extractions can often be avoided. READ MORE
Is there a better way to get the perfect smile other than getting braces?
Invisalign may work for you or a combination of part braces and part invisalign. You need to be looked at. READ MORE
My daughter is 13 years old and has a bite problem. What will be the course of treatment?
Sometimes the upper jaw can be protracted with a reverse-type headgear. Sometimes its just elastics and braces. Other times its surgery on the jaws. She needs to be evaluated. READ MORE
Can clenching my teeth cause them to erode?
Yes. They can wear on the linguals of the upper incisors and edges of the lower anteriors. Posterior teeth also will show signs of wearing down. READ MORE
My son is 8 years and his permanent teeth are crooked. Is it too early to go to an orthodontist?
Yes. This age is a perfect age to check for space issues and early alignment. Aligning before teeth are fully set into the occlusion are more stable. READ MORE
What are zirconia braces?
They are one type of clear braces. There are many types. It is the operator not the braces that is important. READ MORE
Using teeth whitening strips is causing a burning sensation. Is this normal?
Peroxides can burn some peoples gum tissues or cause sensitivity. Go slower or use a whitening with lower percentage of peroxide. READ MORE
Speech therapy or braces first?
Speech articulation can be very influenced by teeth position. Have your bite and tongue posture evaluated by orthodontist first. If there is a problem, have it corrected first then speech therapy. Sometimes speech therapy during treatment. READ MORE
How often will I have to replace my braces?
No. The wires may need to be changed every month and a half or so, depending on the wire and what its made of. Braces can be repositioned to speed up details but that is not too often. READ MORE
What if only one tooth is crooked?
Yes. You would need braces for this. Many other teeth need to be moved to allow the straggler to get in line. READ MORE
I wear my retainer, so why are my teeth still shifting?
Have your orthodontist check your retainers for proper fit. A fixed retainer may be necessary. READ MORE
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1670 Henry Luckow Lane -Belvidere, IL 61008Get Direction
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