Orthodontists specialize in the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of teeth and jaw irregularities. Orthodontics helps to improve the way your teeth and jaws bite together and function. Not only can braces transform the appearance of your smile but they can also deliver other benefits. Cosmetic dentistry may involve bonding, porcelain veneers (laminates), crowns (caps), gum grafts teeth whitening (bleaching), laser whitening, gum depigmentation, scaling, and the removal of tooth structure or gums.

There may also be surgical procedure involve should orthodontic treatment alone cannot fully correct. This may include orthognathic surgery, a corrective procedure to remedy skeletal conditions.

Treatment type can vary and encompasses a wide range of possibilities. Is it critical to seek a certified and experienced doctor for the best advice concerning individual needs. 

Typical, for local anesthesia treatments, you may want to have something to eat prior. 

Try to avoid smoking prior to the surgery

The first three days after surgery are generally the most uncomfortable. It is normal to experience an increase in pain and swelling during this period.

Beginning on the fourth day, things should start to improve. You should be more comfortable and, although still swollen, can usually begin a more normal diet.
The remainder of the post-operative course should show gradual, steady improvement.

Some guidelines:

• Take prescribed medication is indicated by the doctor immediately following your surgery.
• If you have gauze packs, bite them down firmly and do not change them for the first 30 minutes unless the bleeding is heavy.
• Bleeding from oral surgery may take up to 24 hours to fully stop.
• Swelling and mild bruising are normally expected, thus you have to use cold packs applied firmly to the cheek for 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off during the first 24 hours after surgery.
• Restrict your activities the day of surgery and resume normal activity when you feel comfortable.
• Do not rinse vigorously, smoke, or drink with a straw for the first 48 hours following surgery.

Common Side Effects:

Mild Discomfort.
Irritation.
Jaw Pain.
Difficulty Eating.
Tooth Decay.
Decalcification.
Allergic Reactions.
Root Resorption.
Tooth sensitivity.