ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT
High-End Orthodontics For Luxurious Smiles
At Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics, we masterfully blend art and science to treat all aspects of your smile, from aesthetics to function—our job is to help it shine from the inside out! As your family’s orthodontist, we see children, teens and adults for orthodontic treatment. Our comprehensive orthodontic services cater to every need and every patient, from those with simple cases to more complex ones. With us, we guarantee that your whole family can easily receive the first-class orthodontic treatment our community has come to expect from us.
Why Might I Need Orthodontic Treatment?
Orthodontic treatment can help fix problems with the way teeth and jaws fit together due to misalignment, spacing or crowding issues and more. Problems like these can make it harder to chew, clean your teeth properly or feel confident about your smile. Orthodontic appliances such as clear aligners or braces can move teeth into better positions (or alignment). This not only improves the aesthetic appearance of your smile, but also improves your overall oral health and makes things you may take for granted such as eating, speaking and brushing your teeth easier.
Delivering Stunning Smiles to St. Louis
We care just as much about the journey as the final destination. This means offering truly tailored, comfortable and effective orthodontic treatment through personalized services and advanced technology, while making sure you enjoy each and every visit to our office along the way. Our services for orthodontic treatment include:
clear aligners
A popular alternative to traditional wire braces, clear aligners straighten the teeth through a series of custom-made, clear aligners, or trays. Created from 3D scans of your teeth, they use precise, constant and tailored pressure to gradually achieve your smile goals. While they require patients to swap out to new sets of aligners every few weeks, they are in many ways easier than braces, as patients remove the aligners when eating, drinking and cleaning.
Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics offers multiple clear aligner brands, including:
Angel Aligners are made of a BPA and latex free material for highly precise movement of the teeth and comfortable wear. Like other clear aligner brands, they are removable for eating and cleaning and created from digital impressions for your smile and your smile only.
Invisalign® aligners are arguably the most recognizable brand of aligners, and we consistently recommend them for both children and adults due to their proven results, comfort and predictability. They are made with SmartTrack™ clear technology, which is not only discreet, but also efficient.
Braces
Braces are a reliable and efficient orthodontic appliance for a reason, as they are able to treat a wide range of orthodontic conditions, including malocclusion (misaligned teeth), overcrowding and bite problems. We provide a diverse range of braces options including:
Traditional Braces: Made of stainless steel and consisting of brackets, an archwire and elastics, among other parts, they are a strong choice for children, teens and adults alike. Able to treat everything from mild orthodontic cases to the most complex, modern metal braces are durable and more comfortable than ever before.
Damon Self-Ligating Damon Braces: An alternative to traditional wire braces, self-ligating braces use small sliding clips built into the brackets to hold the wire in place. This reduces friction, making them less irritating and even more efficient than traditional braces treatment. You can also clear ceramic brackets for them for a more subtle look which can help boost your confidence during orthodontic treatment.
Lingual Braces: Lingual braces are similar to traditional metal braces except for the fact that they are fixed to the back of the teeth, making them virtually invisible. The brackets and the archwire there work together to make your smile into place. This undetectable placement makes them a great option for patients looking for a hidden orthodontic treatment option to enhance their smile.
Clear Ceramic Braces: Clear ceramic braces are made of nearly transparent brackets that blend in with your teeth. The brackets are also small and feature smooth edges and rounded corners, making them a great option for patients with active lifestyles looking for a discreet and comfortable orthodontic treatment option.
Early Orthodontics
Early orthodontic treatment at Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics helps guide your child’s smile as it develops, supporting proper jaw growth and creating space for permanent teeth. With an evaluation around age 7, our team can identify concerns early and determine the best path for a healthy, confident smile.
Orthodontic
Emergencies
Our team is here to help you handle any problems that may arise during your orthodontic treatment with speed and ease. While true orthodontic emergencies are fortunately very rare, we have compiled a list of common issues that patients sometimes run into with instructions to help you calmly take care of them yourself until you can get to our office.
Diet Restrictions For Braces And Orthodontic Appliances
Caring for your braces is the number one way to make sure your smile transformation stays on track. Eating foods that could damage your appliance is an easily avoidable way to delay treatment. We’re here to give guidance on what to choose and what to avoid during orthodontic treatment to keep your appliance in tip-top shape!
Airway assesment and monitoring
At Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive approach to monitoring your child’s airway. These evaluations focus on prevention and early detection so your child can grow and thrive. We take a comprehensive and conservative approach and may refer your child to an oral surgeon, but only when absolutely necessary.
Request Your Orthodontic Consultation Today—It’s Free!
At Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics, we combine advanced technology with personalized care to deliver exceptional results for every patient, from children to adults. Your smile is an investment, and we’re here to make that orthodontic treatment journey rewarding and worthwhile. Whether you are interested in clear aligners, traditional braces or more, our team is here to help. Learn more about orthodontic treatment with HJO by calling our office at (618) 400-0900 or requesting an appointment online.
Your Smile Journey Starts Here
Hentscher-Johnson Orthodontics makes treatment fun, comfortable and patient-focused in both of our welcoming offices. With advanced tools like in-house 3D-printed aligners and precise CBCT scans, we deliver efficient, high-quality results. We proudly give back through school programs, community events and local sponsorships, and we make confident smiles affordable with flexible, no-interest financing. Ready to get started? Request your appointment today and experience the HJO difference!
