Frequently Asked Questions

Fissure sealing makes the most sense right after the permanent molars erupt, usually at primary-school age. It protects the deep grooves of the chewing surfaces, which are often difficult to clean with a toothbrush.

That depends on age. During the transition from baby teeth to permanent teeth (mixed dentition), we take advantage of natural jaw growth. At this stage, treatment usually involves removable braces, such as single plates or gentle appliances like the Bionator.

Yes, persistent thumb sucking or prolonged use of a pacifier are bad habits (so-called "habits") that can lead to an open bite or crossbite. Early treatment during the baby teeth phase helps prevent more severe misalignments later on.

Initial orthodontic check-ups are usually recommended from the age of 3 to 5 to detect misalignments in the baby teeth early. If there are no abnormalities, the age of 8 to 9 during the tooth change phase (mixed dentition) is ideal for the first examination.

Statutory health insurance covers the costs for children and adolescents when there is a medical necessity. This is classified according to the orthodontic indication groups (KIG levels 3 to 5). We check this classification directly during the first examination.

Some jaw anomalies are genetic and unavoidable. However, many misalignments develop through avoidable habits. To prevent maldevelopment, harmful habits such as thumb sucking, intensive use of pacifiers or feeding bottles should be stopped by the age of three at the latest. Mouth breathing with open lips, incorrect swallowing patterns (where the tongue presses against the teeth), and lip biting should also be addressed early.
Thorough oral hygiene and a tooth-friendly diet protect against premature loss of baby teeth.

Yes, persistent thumb sucking or intensive pacifier use beyond the third year of life damages dental development and can lead to an "open bite" or deformed jawbones. The consequences are often pronounced dental misalignments and associated speech disorders such as lisping.

Yes, the so-called lingual technique offers an aesthetically perfect and virtually invisible alternative to conventional braces. The brackets are custom-made and bonded to the inside of the teeth. The treatment can go completely unnoticed by others in everyday life or at school.
Another alternative are aligners. The transparent, nearly invisible dental aligners are hardly noticed in everyday life and allow for an elegant correction without drawing attention.

The duration of treatment with invisible aligners is individual and depends on the extent of the dental misalignment. For mild to moderate corrections, therapy is usually successfully completed in approximately 9 to 15 months.
For an optimal and fast treatment result, aligners must be worn at least 18 to a maximum of 22 hours per day. The trays should only be removed for eating, drinking sugary or acidic beverages, and for dental care. Consistent wearing shortens the overall treatment time.

Yes. For adolescents who prefer a discreet treatment, aligners can be a suitable alternative to conventional braces. We offer young patients a discreet correction with individually fitted aligners.

Yes, dental correction is possible at any age without restriction and is absolutely worthwhile in adulthood for health or aesthetic concerns. For adults, discreet and virtually invisible treatment methods such as transparent aligners or lingual braces (invisible braces on the inside of the teeth) are particularly popular.

With aligners, check-up appointments are usually every 6 to 8 weeks.

Aligners are thin, transparent plastic trays that are ideally suited for correcting mild to moderate dental misalignments. The ultra-thin trays fit precisely, are comfortable to wear, and do not interfere with speaking or laughing.
Transparent aligners are particularly suitable for adults and adolescents from around the age of 12.

Depending on the misalignment and the system used, an aligner tray is usually replaced by the next tray in the treatment plan after two to three weeks. Regular check-up appointments at our practice ensure that tooth movement is progressing as planned.

For an optimal and fast treatment result, aligners must be worn at least 18 to a maximum of 22 hours per day. The trays should only be removed for eating, drinking sugary or acidic beverages, and for dental care. Consistent wearing shortens the overall treatment time.

The duration of treatment with invisible aligners is individual and depends on the extent of the dental misalignment. For mild to moderate corrections, therapy is usually successfully completed in approximately 9 to 15 months.

Orthodontic treatment corrects misalignments of teeth and jaws to sustainably improve both the aesthetics of your smile and the health of the entire masticatory system. Beyond cosmetic corrections that boost self-confidence, the focus is on functional aspects: straight teeth optimise biting and chewing, which relieves the digestive system.
Complaints such as teeth grinding, jaw clicking, tension headaches, and even postural problems of the spine can be effectively prevented.

The active treatment phase usually lasts about two to three years but depends greatly on the individual case. Key factors include the severity of the misalignment, the patient's age, and the type of braces chosen. Since the jaw is still growing in children and adolescents, therapy typically progresses faster than in adults. A precise time estimate is provided after the initial examination. The success and duration also depend significantly on the patient's reliability (compliance) in wearing removable appliances and maintaining oral hygiene.

An initial orthodontic assessment is already advisable at the age of four to six to detect severe maldevelopments early. Although treatment during the baby teeth phase is rare, in serious cases early treatment with simple preventive appliances (such as space maintainers or vestibular plates) can prevent worse outcomes. The regular and most effective treatment period is usually between the ages of 9 and 11 during the late mixed dentition stage, as natural jaw growth can be optimally utilised at this time. If in doubt, parents should ask their family dentist for an assessment during the six-monthly routine check-up.

The check-up intervals depend on the type of braces: for removable appliances and aligners, appointments are usually every 6 to 8 weeks, while fixed braces need to be checked and adjusted approximately every 3 to 4 weeks.

Thorough oral hygiene is essential throughout the entire orthodontic treatment. Especially with fixed braces, plaque quickly builds up around the brackets and wires. Interdental brushes and dental floss help with precise cleaning of the gaps. The additional use of fluoride gels strengthens the tooth enamel. Supplementary professional prophylaxis measures at our practice offer the best protection against cavities.

The special advantage of professional dental cleaning at a specialist orthodontic practice is that all orthodontic appliances that would hinder a thorough cleaning are removed. Only this way can a comprehensive cleaning be ensured. Afterwards, the appliances are reinserted and optimally readjusted.

For most orthodontic patients, it is sufficient to have a professional dental cleaning carried out every three to six months. In special cases, professional cleaning at shorter intervals may be necessary.

Typical signs include visible misalignment of teeth or jaws, an incorrect bite, difficulty biting or chewing, and recurring discomfort in the jaw joint. An orthodontic examination provides clarity on whether treatment is advisable and to what extent.

Misalignments can create areas that are difficult to clean, which may increase the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Pronounced misalignments are also sometimes associated with tension in the jaw, neck and back. Whether this applies in your individual case is something we clarify together with you.

No. Alongside the aesthetic wishes many patients have, functional aspects such as chewing, speech and breathing also play an important role. We discuss with you which medical and personal reasons apply in your specific case.

The basis is a thorough examination including digital X-rays, facial photographs and a plaster model of the jaws. Using these records, we work out the right treatment path together with you.

For the model analysis, we take impressions of the upper and lower jaw and use them to create a plaster model. This allows precise measurement of the teeth and jaws and forms an important basis for individual treatment planning.

Yes. Especially in children and adolescents, current jaw growth and the stage of tooth eruption are factored into the planning so that treatment can be well matched to individual development.

DVT is a low-radiation, three-dimensional X-ray procedure. We use it particularly for more complex misalignments, for example in cases of disturbed tooth eruption, impacted or displaced teeth, or unusual bone structures.

Compared with conventional CT scans, digital volume tomography is considered low-radiation. We use it selectively, only when the additional diagnostic benefit meaningfully complements conventional X-ray diagnostics.

The high-resolution, three-dimensional images show the structures of the jaw in detail and without distortion. This supports us in precise planning as well as in monitoring the course of treatment.

The DentalMonitoring app allows the progress of your orthodontic treatment to be followed digitally. Using regular scans taken with the app and the corresponding scan box, interim steps of the treatment can be made visible.

You only need a smartphone with the DentalMonitoring app and a DentalMonitoring scan box. Our team will explain how to use it in detail; no special prior knowledge is required.

No. DentalMonitoring complements personal care but does not replace the necessary check-up appointments at the practice. If anything unusual appears in the scans, we will contact you additionally if needed.

Von der Planung bis zum fertigen Zahnersatz vergehen in der Regel mehrere Wochen bis Monate. Nach dem Einsetzen des Implantats benötigt der Kieferknochen eine individuelle Einheilzeit, bevor die endgültige Krone, Brücke oder Prothese aufgesetzt werden kann. Den genauen zeitlichen Ablauf besprechen wir mit Ihnen im Rahmen der Beratung.

Der Eingriff erfolgt unter örtlicher Betäubung, auf Wunsch auch unter Dämmerschlaf oder Vollnarkose, sodass er für die meisten Patienten gut auszuhalten ist. In den ersten Tagen danach kann ein leichtes Spannungsgefühl auftreten, das sich mit den üblichen Maßnahmen gut lindern lässt.

Beide Materialien haben sich in der Implantologie bewährt. Titan gilt als besonders gut erforscht und gewebefreundlich, Keramikimplantate sind komplett metallfrei und daher für Patienten mit erhöhter Empfindlichkeit gegenüber Metallen eine Alternative. Welches Material zu Ihrer individuellen Situation passt, klären wir gemeinsam im Beratungsgespräch.

Das lässt sich zuverlässig erst nach einer genauen 3D-Diagnostik beurteilen. Ist nicht ausreichend Knochen vorhanden, gibt es schonende Aufbauverfahren, mit denen sich eine stabile Grundlage für das Implantat schaffen lässt.

Implantate sind bei guter Pflege und regelmäßigen Kontrollen auf eine lange Nutzungsdauer ausgelegt. Wie bei den eigenen Zähnen spielt die tägliche Mundhygiene sowie die professionelle Nachsorge in der Praxis eine wichtige Rolle für den langfristigen Erhalt.

In ausgewählten Fällen ist eine Sofortimplantation direkt im Anschluss an die Zahnentfernung möglich. Voraussetzung ist eine entzündungsfreie Ausgangssituation mit ausreichendem Knochenangebot. Ob dieses Vorgehen für Sie infrage kommt, prüfen wir individuell anhand der Diagnostik.

Sie erreichen uns telefonisch unter (030) 333 111 90, per E-Mail an info@dr-mustermann.de oder über unser Online-Kontaktformular. Wir melden uns zeitnah bei Ihnen zur Terminabstimmung.

Unser fachlicher Schwerpunkt liegt in der Implantologie. Darüber hinaus bieten wir das gesamte Spektrum moderner Zahnmedizin – von Prophylaxe und Parodontologie bis zur ästhetischen Zahnheilkunde.

Ja. Wir nehmen uns bewusst Zeit für eine ausführliche Beratung und bieten dank präziser, gut dosierbarer Schmerzausschaltung eine entspannte Behandlung an.

Ja, wir begleiten Kinder kindgerecht und ohne Angst durch ihre ersten Zahnarztbesuche und legen damit die Grundlage für eine entspannte Zahnpflege ein Leben lang.

Implantate kommen grundsätzlich für Patienten infrage, denen ein oder mehrere Zähne fehlen und die eine feste, dauerhafte Versorgung wünschen. Ob Implantate im Einzelfall geeignet sind, klären wir anhand einer genauen Diagnostik.

Reicht das vorhandene Knochenvolumen nicht aus, schaffen schonende Aufbauverfahren mit Eigenknochen oder Knochenersatzmaterial eine stabile Grundlage für das Implantat.

Implantate benötigen wie natürliche Zähne eine konsequente häusliche Mundhygiene sowie regelmäßige professionelle Kontrollen in unserer Praxis.

In den meisten Fällen ja. Auch bei länger zurückliegendem Zahnverlust lassen sich mit den passenden Aufbauverfahren gute Voraussetzungen für ein Implantat schaffen.

Das hängt von der jeweiligen Behandlung und Ihrer individuellen Situation ab. Gerne informieren wir Sie im Beratungsgespräch darüber, welche Kassenleistungen und welche Zusatzleistungen für Sie infrage kommen.

Ja, neben zahnerhaltenden Maßnahmen bieten wir auch ästhetische Leistungen wie eine professionelle Zahnaufhellung an.

Wir nehmen uns Zeit für eine ausführliche Aufklärung und setzen auf eine präzise, gut dosierbare Schmerzausschaltung, damit Sie die Behandlung möglichst entspannt erleben.

Ja, wir betreuen Kinder kindgerecht und einfühlsam – von der ersten Kontrolle bis zu vorbeugenden Maßnahmen wie der Fissurenversiegelung.