Misaligned teeth
Teeth that overlap, cross over or have rotated.
Orthodontics in Rueil-Malmaison
Aligning teeth and balancing jaws, at every age
Orthodontics corrects tooth position and jaw balance. Beyond the appearance of your smile, it helps restore essential functions: chewing, swallowing, breathing and speech. At Cabinet 21 Libération, we care for children, teenagers and adults, and the treatment plan is always defined after a full assessment.
What orthodontics can correct
Gaps between teeth
Diastemas and gaps that affect your smile or chewing.
Jaw discrepancies
A jaw positioned too far forwards or backwards, an open bite or a crossbite.
Find out more about malocclusionFunction and comfort
Improving chewing, breathing and speech, and making everyday brushing easier.
How does a tooth move?
The appliance applies light, continuous pressure to the tooth. The surrounding bone gradually remodels: it is resorbed on the pressure side and rebuilt on the opposite side. The tooth moves step by step without being weakened. This is why treatment is measured in months and requires regular check-ups.
At what age should you consult?
Around age 6
An initial assessment is recommended as permanent teeth begin to appear. This is the age for interceptive orthodontics.
Adolescence
The most common time for treatment: ongoing growth makes corrections easier.
Adulthood
Treatment remains possible at any age, provided the gums and supporting bone are healthy.
The most common reasons to seek advice
In children : permanent teeth with insufficient space, jaws that appear out of alignment, mouth breathing, persistent thumb sucking, or a baby tooth that does not fall out.
In teenagers : visible crowding, a discrepancy between the jaws, or difficulty biting or chewing.
In adults : teeth that have moved over the years, relapse after previous treatment, preparation for an implant or a prosthesis, or a cosmetic concern.
None of these signs determines whether treatment is needed or which type is appropriate: only a clinical examination, with X-rays if necessary, can establish this.
Your care journey in 6 steps
- 1Initial appointment and assessment (≈ 1 hour)
- 2Treatment plan and quotation
- 3Fitting the appliance
- 4Regular follow-up
- 5Completion of treatment
- 6Retention
1.Initial appointment and assessment (≈ 1 hour)
There are five parts: a discussion with the patient (or their parents) about their expectations; a clinical oral health examination; photographs of the teeth and jaws; two X-rays for a full diagnosis of teeth and gum health; and digital impressions. Please bring your Carte Vitale, your complementary health insurance card and, if you have them, any X-rays or letters from your dentist.
2.Treatment plan and quotation
At a second appointment, the orthodontist explains the diagnosis, the available options (removable appliance, braces, aligners) and the treatment objectives, to act at the right time and prevent secondary problems. The administrative team explains the cost and the reimbursement process (French national health insurance and complementary cover). You can make an informed decision.
3.Fitting the appliance
The chosen appliance is fitted, with all the guidance you need for daily life during treatment: hygiene, diet and practical care.
4.Regular follow-up
Check-up appointments to adjust the appliance and monitor progress. Their frequency depends on the appliance and the stage of treatment (generally every 4 to 10 weeks).
5.Completion of treatment
Once alignment has been achieved, the appliance is removed and the result checked.
6.Retention
A retainer or a discreet wire bonded behind the teeth stabilises the result so that it lasts.
Our orthodontic treatments
The appliance is chosen after the assessment, according to your age, the correction required and your lifestyle. Each approach has its own detailed page.
Orthodontics for children
An initial assessment around age 6, with interceptive and functional approaches.
Discover →(page in French)Orthodontics for adults
It is never too late, provided your gums are healthy.
Discover →(page in French)Clear aligners
Removable, almost invisible aligners.
Discover →(page in French)Braces
Fixed braces with metal or ceramic brackets.
Discover →(page in French)Interceptive orthodontics
Early treatment, before the growth spurt.
Discover →(page in French)Associated surgery
Impacted canine, frenulum, wisdom teeth: when a procedure is needed.
Discover →(page in French)Removable or fixed appliance?
Removable appliances
Before permanent teeth erupt, we generally use removable appliances to treat children under 11.
Fixed appliances
For teenagers and adults, we most often recommend fixed appliances (braces) or aligners, depending on the correction required.
Your first questions
Do you live in Rueil-Malmaison or nearby (Suresnes, Nanterre, Chatou, Garches) and are looking for a dental and orthodontic practice for yourself or your child? Contact Cabinet 21 Libération or book an appointment online.
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