Last Updated on March 24, 2019

Orthodontic Fact #9 Irregularities of the teeth is one of the earliest writings about dental deformities, written by Hippocrates in 400 B.C.

Hippocrates Was Unable to Fix Irregularities of the Teeth

Hippocrates was a physician in Greece who described malocclusions of the teeth in 400 B.C. While the people living in those times were unable to do anything about irregularities of their teeth, you can visit an orthodontist for treatment. At an orthodontic facility, you can have a modern examination with top-of-the-line diagnostic equipment that can project how your teeth will look after you wear Invisalign aligners or braces. You will learn if you have mild or serious malocclusions that require treatment to improve your smile and bite. Some orthodontic treatments require only six months to complete while others can last as long as four years.

You Can Fix Your Teeth With Modern Orthodontic Treatment

The individuals living in ancient Greece weren’t able to correct wide spaces between their teeth, leading to unattractive smiles and the inability to chew food properly. Having straight teeth is important for your overall well-being because it prevents other health problems such as chronic headaches or bruxism. If you can wear clear Invisalign aligners, then you can remove the devices to brush and floss your teeth. When you need to wear braces, the brackets and wires will remain on your teeth, but you can request lingual devices that are placed on the backs of your teeth.

Learn More At Childers Orthodontics

At Childers Orthodontics in Illinois, our orthodontist can examine your teeth to determine if you need treatment with Damon System braces or Invisalign aligners. Children, teenagers, and adults can have an examination to learn more about straightening their teeth. We offer appointments at these locations:

• Herrin – 618-997-1800
• Harrisburg – 618-252-0770
• Benton – 618-997-1800

You can have your orthodontic devices created with robotic SureSmile equipment to have the best treatment possible for your teeth. Dr. Kyle R. Childers offers iTero arch wires, AcceleDent Aura devices and Propel procedures to reduce the amount of time required for wearing orthodontic devices.

Call us to schedule your first orthodontic evaluation.

Orthodontic Fact #9 Irregularities of the teeth is one of the earliest writings about dental deformities, written by Hippocrates in 400 B.C.

Childers Orthodontics

201 West Washington
Benton, IL 62812
Phone: (618) 438-2815

Kyle Childers

I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree at Southern Illinois University and then received my Doctorate of Medical Dentistry at the University of Kentucky. After, I attended the University of Tennessee to complete my Master of Science in Orthodontics degree.

I consider every minute of continuing education to be vital for my patients and myself. Staying current with the latest trends, techniques, and technologies within my field allows me to improve treatment efficiency and provide higher quality results for each person I treat.