Are there any side effects with accelerated orthodontics i should be worried about? i'm considering choosing accelerated orthodontics over getting regular braces, but i'm concerned about the surgical procedure that's required. am i worried over nothing, o

Any : Any surgical procedure has risks and side effects. Accelerated orthodontics is an excellent treatment not only to shorten treatment time, but also to improve bony housing around teeth and increase long term stability of the final result. It is very critical to follow the postoperative instructions that your doctor will give you in order to prevent suture loosening and minimize swelling, loose sutures can compromise healing. Good luck!

Accelerated : Accelerated orthodontics can be risky and should be performed by a very experienced orthodontist. In addition, your orthodontist should discuss all the risks and complications and cooperation needed by your daughter prior to selecting accelerated orthodontics. Good luck.

Risk assessment: Modern orthodontics moves teeth quite quickly and effectively. The stability of the correction if done with or without surgery still depends upon cooperation with retainers: that said, any surgical intervention in a very dirty environment such as the mouth has risks. I feel that accelerated braces is not worth the possible problems, though they may be few and far between. I vote no.

Yes: There are many methods of "accelerating" the rate of tooth movement today. Some are invasive, others are not. The key to your question is that "accelerated orthodontics" includes the use and enhancement of "braces, " not their replacement. It's important to talk to you licensed orthodontist about all risks to any procedures suggested for yourself.

There is risk: All surgical procedures carry a degree of risk that is absent in more conservative non-surgical treatments, including infection and various levels of pain and discomfort. Your orthodontist should be explicit in communicating both verbally and in written form to explain these risks, as well as in evaluating the risk/benefit ratio for your individual case.

Safe and effective: This will shorten your time in braces. Downside is that it has the same risks as any other surgery, there is a period of post-procedure discomfort, and there is a cost for the surgery over and above the cost for the Orthodontic Care.

Surgical Ortho?: I am not a propenent of surgical/accelerated orthodontic treatment. That is because I tend to attempt to avoid "invasive procedures" when non invasive procedures will produce the same results. That is just my personal opinion. Surgery is "surgey" with all the risks and post operative issues.