Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  If you have certain pearly whites that haven’t erupted past the gumline or fully grown into their proper position, then you might have impacted teeth. These are usually identified via an X-ray during a regular dental examination. While this condition may not have any noticeable symptoms, you should get it addressed to avoid further complications from arising.
• X-rays

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  When conducted by a professional, orthodontic treatment itself is not harmful to your teeth. Patient behaviors during treatment, however, can cause harm or damage. Poor dental hygiene like not brushing or flossing regularly; a diet heavy in sugary, chewy, or crunchy foods or beverages that can damage the orthodontic appliance; and avoiding dental cleanings or orthodontic treatment appointments and adjustments can cause long-term damage to your teeth. Your unique orthodontic treatment has been carefully designed to guide your jaw into its proper alignment; without proper care or timely and necessary adjustments, your mouth and teeth are at risk of developing cavities and will not function the way they should.
• Space Maintainers
  Since Phase 1 orthodontics isn’t too complex like other phases, the appliances used for it are much simpler. Children who have overcrowded teeth may be provided with a palate expander, which is a device that helps to make the upper jaw wider. Kids that lose a baby tooth too soon might require a space maintainer to ensure the gap left behind remains while the permanent one grows out. If your little one has severe orthodontic issues, they may need limited braces, which will only be meant for specific pearly whites since their jaw and other teeth are still developing. Our team can walk you through your child’s treatment plan and the kind of appliance(s) they’ll need to set them up for a comfortable and healthy bite.

Restorative

• Crowns
  When it comes to orthodontic treatment, dental insurance works a little differently than it does for checkups, cleanings, dental crowns, and other likeminded services. While every plan differs, most will have some sort of lifetime maximum benefit allotted for each insured individual regarding orthodontics. This benefit is then paid out as a percentage of your overall orthodontic fee for related services (such as the diagnostic records, the treatment itself, etc) until the maximum amount is reached.
• Bridges

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Depending on the goals you have for your smile and the current state of your teeth, it may be completely possible to have a successful orthodontic treatment without replacing your missing teeth ahead of time. However, some people may need to have dental implants placed before orthodontic treatment begins. This is especially the case if the missing teeth aren’t near the teeth that are misaligned. We will discuss what’s best for you when you see us for a consultation.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Jaw Surgery
  Orthognathic surgery is another name for corrective jaw surgery, and it is utilized only in cases where a severe bite misalignment (such as a pronounced overbite or under bite) can’t be corrected with normal orthodontic treatment alone. This may involve lengthening or shortening one of the jaws and securing it in place using surgical-grade metal screws (which can later be removed). These types of procedures are performed using a team approach of an orthodontist and an oral surgeon. Dr. Cordes works only with the best surgeons in the area along with surgeons at Mass General Hospital in Boston, Boston Children’s Hospital and The University of Connecticut Health Center. Learn More About Orthognathic Surgery
• Bone Grafting
  How you should handle loose teeth: Avoid playing or overusing your loose teeth as it could make your situation worse. You can make an appointment with our team if you’re concerned about the loose feeling in your teeth. During your visit, we’ll take X-rays to monitor the health of your jawbone and determine if you need treatment like gum disease therapy or bone grafting. In the meantime, be sure to practice good oral hygiene to ward off harmful bacteria that could be weakening the tissue.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  At Cordes Orthodontics, our team believes in always going the extra mile to help children and adults alike smile with newfound confidence! We hope to see you and your family at our Westfield location soon. To start planning a first appointment, take a look below for our contact info, our available orthodontic office hours, and a map. Our building is located near the intersection of Broad St, East Silver Street and West Silver St – please call if you need more detailed driving instructions.
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  With Invisalign, instead of brackets and wires, patients wear a progressive series of lightweight plastic aligners that fit over their teeth. Each one places the right amount of pressure to shift the teeth into their ideal positions, and once a patient has gone through their entire series, they should see a perfectly straight smile in the mirror. Thanks to the clear plastic, patients don’t ever have to worry about friends or coworkers noticing their treatment. Plus, they can easily take the aligners off whenever they want for eating or brushing their teeth.
• Braces
  Thanks to Dr. Cordes’ decades of experience and commitment to constantly learning, he’s able to provide a truly comprehensive array of orthodontic services for patients of all ages. Whether your child’s dentist says they need braces or you’re interested in finally fixing your own teeth, you can trust that he’ll be able to provide the top-quality, personalized care you deserve. Below, you can read about our available orthodontic services in Enfield, CT, but to find out which one might be best for you or your child, contact us today to schedule an in-person consultation.