General Questions about Orthodontics

• Orthodontics - What's that?
• At what age should the child's first visit to an orthodontist take place?
• My dentist said that I don't need a brace, but I would still like a consultation!

Treatment

• Does an orthodentic treatment hurt?
• What are the benefits of an orthodontic treatment?
• Why are more and more adults receiving an orthodontic treatment?
• Up to which age is an orthodontic treatment possible?

Methods of treatment

• Is a removable brace able to bring the same results as fixed, full braces?

Time of treatment

• What is the best age to begin an orthodontic treatment?
• What is the best time to begin an orthodontic treatment?
• Until which age it is reasonable to get an orthodontic treatment?

Fixed Braces

• Do fixed braces ruin my teeth?
• Will the surface of my teeth be damaged because of the glued brackets?
• After the removal of braces or other appliances, can I expect any damage or residues?

Removable braces

• How do I clean removable braces?

Meeting the costs

• Will my statutory health insurance pay for an orthodontic treatment?
• Does the health insurance pay for orthodontic treatment?
• Is an orthodontic treatment very expensive?
• Will my private health insurance pay for an orthodontic treatment?
• Can I insure myself for treatment not covered by state health insurance?