{"id":18,"date":"2022-10-06T09:23:47","date_gmt":"2022-10-06T09:23:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/?page_id=18"},"modified":"2025-10-31T06:36:06","modified_gmt":"2025-10-31T06:36:06","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/en\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_0d42b606 height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_2 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_819670d1 us_animate_this  hide_on_tablets hide_on_mobiles has_bg_color\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><h1 style=\"font-size: 2.3rem;line-height: 1.2;text-align: left;font-family:Roboto;font-weight:300;font-style:normal\" class=\"vc_custom_heading us_custom_1fb8b2dc us_animate_this\" >Your orthodontist in M\u00f6nchengladbach<\/h1><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_15a2201b us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h3>Dr Mehdi Elahi<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 us_custom_2fe7c7a1 us_animate_this icon_atleft\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/drclip.de\/praxis\/f5a5e67a-5e45-4919-81e4-e50826b437fe\/termin\/reservierung\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-check\"><\/i><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Book an appointment now<\/span><\/a><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 us_custom_2fe7c7a1 us_animate_this icon_atleft\" title=\"Contact us\" href=\"\/en\/contact\/\"><i class=\"far fa-comments\"><\/i><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Contact us<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_ac037762 height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_grid cols_2-1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_60e9caca us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Welcome to the specialist practice for<\/h2>\n<h3>Orthodontics by Dr Mehdi Elahi<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_medium\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>We warmly welcome you to the website of our specialist orthodontic practice in M\u00f6nchengladbach from <a href=\"\/en\/kfo-moenchengladbach\/#dr-elahi\">Dr med. Dent. Mehdi Elahi<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Our aim is to maintain the health of the masticatory system (teeth, jaw joints, chewing muscles ...) in the long term and to optimise the aesthetics of the smile and the tooth-lip relationship.<\/p>\n<p>It is our vocation to solve even difficult tasks quickly, comfortably and precisely. We use the most modern and at the same time valued high-tech methods to treat jaw and tooth misalignments painlessly, to a high standard and individually.<\/p>\n<p>Are you looking for a specialised dental practice where you will receive personal and competent care? Make an appointment with us. You are welcome to use our <a href=\"https:\/\/drclip.de\/praxis\/f5a5e67a-5e45-4919-81e4-e50826b437fe\/termin\/reservierung\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Online tool<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 us_custom_8f2ba1f4 us_animate_this icon_atleft\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/drclip.de\/praxis\/f5a5e67a-5e45-4919-81e4-e50826b437fe\/termin\/reservierung\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"far fa-calendar-check\"><\/i><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Book an appointment now<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_6ca6e08b us_animate_this has_bg_color\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_raw_code wpb_content_element wpb_raw_html\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<a id=\"zl-url\" class=\"zl-url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jameda.de\/mehdi-elahi\/zahnarzt\/moenchengladbach\" rel=\"nofollow\" data-zlw-doctor=\"mehdi-elahi\" data-zlw-type=\"big\" data-zlw-opinion=\"true\" data-zlw-hide-branding=\"true\">Mehdi Elahi - jameda.de<\/a><script>!function($_x,_s,id){var js,fjs=$_x.getElementsByTagName(_s)[0];if(!$_x.getElementById(id)){js = $_x.createElement(_s);js.id = id;js.src = \"\/\/platform.docplanner.com\/js\/widget.js\";fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document,\"script\",\"zl-widget-s\");<\/script>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Dr med. dent. Mehdi Elahi<\/h6>\n<p>Since 1998, Dr Mehdi Elahi, specialist dentist for orthodontics, has stood for modern and inconspicuous procedures for the correction of misaligned teeth and jaws.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_ac037762 height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_grid cols_3 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_08e75eae us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"759\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_02-1024x759.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"KFO M\u00f6nchengladbach\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_02-1024x759.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_02-300x222.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_02.jpg 1350w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Our team<\/h6>\n<p>Our competent practice team has years of experience in the field of orthodontics.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 us_custom_8f2ba1f4 us_animate_this icon_atleft\" title=\"Team\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/en\/kfo-moenchengladbach\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"far fa-arrow-circle-right\"><\/i><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_943dd38d us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img width=\"1000\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_01-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Dr Mehdi Elahi Orthodontist\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_01-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Team_01-1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Our spectrum<\/h6>\n<p>In our specialist practice, you can expect modern treatments according to the latest standards.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 us_custom_8f2ba1f4 us_animate_this icon_atleft\" title=\"Spectrum\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/en\/spectrum\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"far fa-arrow-circle-right\"><\/i><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_7c8819ce us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"756\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Praxis_12-1024x756.jpg\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Orthodontics M\u00f6nchengladbach\" decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Praxis_12-1024x756.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Praxis_12-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dr-elahi.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/0038_Dr-Elahi-Praxis_12.jpg 1355w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Our practice<\/h6>\n<p>Modern and comfortable rooms with a friendly atmosphere await you in our practice.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_none\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 us_custom_8f2ba1f4 us_animate_this icon_atleft\" title=\"Practice\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/en\/orthodontics-moenchengladbach\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><i class=\"far fa-arrow-circle-right\"><\/i><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Learn more<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_ac037762 height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-overlay\" style=\"background:var(--color-content-bg-alt)\"><\/div><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_3af55a1e us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Our services at a glance<\/h2>\n<h3>Benefit from our wide range of services<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_grid cols_3 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_a0057f77 us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_none no_title no_text\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"far fa-tooth\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Correction of misaligned teeth<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_8c6858aa us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_none no_title no_text\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"far fa-teeth-open\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Correction of jaw misalignments<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_c90bceae us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_none no_title no_text\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"far fa-user-friends\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Treatment of adolescents and adults<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_a0057f77 us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_none no_title no_text\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"far fa-lips\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Innovative treatment methods such as aligners<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_8c6858aa us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_none no_title no_text\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"far fa-sort\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Removable and invisible braces<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_c90bceae us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-overlay\" style=\"background:#ffffff\"><\/div><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-iconbox iconpos_top style_default color_primary align_none no_title no_text\"><div class=\"w-iconbox-icon\" style=\"font-size:2rem;\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"w-iconbox-meta\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_small\"><\/div><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h6>Please contact us if you have any questions!<\/h6>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row us_custom_ac037762 height_auto\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_grid cols_1 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column us_custom_3af55a1e us_animate_this\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>FAQ on orthodontics<\/h2>\n<h3>Answers to frequently asked questions<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-separator size_large\"><\/div><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_grid cols_2 laptops-cols_inherit tablets-cols_inherit mobiles-cols_1 valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_60e9caca us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-tabs style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_chevron cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"tedd\"><button aria-controls=\"content-tedd\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-tedd\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Both a dentist and an orthodontist have studied dentistry. However, they differ in their specialisation.<\/p>\n<p>The dentist looks after the health of the teeth, gums and mouth or oral mucosa, treats dental diseases such as caries and periodontitis, inserts fillings or provides dentures.<\/p>\n<p>An orthodontist is also a dentist who specialises in orthodontics and therefore deals intensively with the topic of misaligned teeth\/jaws.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"h19d\"><button aria-controls=\"content-h19d\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">How do misalignments of the teeth and jaw develop?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-h19d\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>If the teeth are not positioned correctly or the upper and lower jaws do not fit together correctly, this is either due to congenital or acquired malocclusions, which are often caused by excessive\/frequent dummy or thumb sucking and poor care of the milk teeth. In many cases, it is a combination of different anomalies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"k513\"><button aria-controls=\"content-k513\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What malocclusions are there?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-k513\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Tooth misalignments can be very diverse and can affect just one or several teeth or even the entire dental arch. Typical tooth misalignments are<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tooth rotation and tilting<\/li>\n<li>Crowding of the teeth<\/li>\n<li>Buccal and lingual stand<\/li>\n<li>Crossbite<\/li>\n<li>Non-occlusion or scissor bite<\/li>\n<li>Protrusion<\/li>\n<li>Retrusion<\/li>\n<li>Supraposition<\/li>\n<li>Infraposition<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"z840\"><button aria-controls=\"content-z840\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What consequences can misaligned teeth have?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-z840\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Misaligned teeth are often the cause:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>an increased risk of dental diseases such as caries and periodontitis, as the interdental spaces can no longer be cleaned properly.<\/li>\n<li>Pronunciation disorders\/lisping, e.g. when certain sounds cannot be formed correctly in the mouth.<\/li>\n<li>Digestive problems, as in some cases the food cannot be broken down properly.<\/li>\n<li>Pain in the postural apparatus due to unpleasant tension in the jaw, cervical spine, neck and back.<\/li>\n<li>Problems throughout the body.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"lb0a\"><button aria-controls=\"content-lb0a\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What does the duration of orthodontic treatment depend on?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-lb0a\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>If \"only\" malocclusions are present, these can be treated more easily and quickly than malocclusions where the bite also needs to be corrected. During the various treatment phases, the patient can positively influence the duration of treatment by co-operating well. An experienced orthodontist can provide you with a rough timetable during the initial consultation and examination.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"sd88\"><button aria-controls=\"content-sd88\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Do I need loose\/removable or fixed braces?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-sd88\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Whether you need loose, removable or fixed braces depends on the type and severity of your tooth and\/or jaw misalignment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"l04d\"><button aria-controls=\"content-l04d\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Which is the right brace for me?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-l04d\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various braces to correct different tooth misalignments. We use x-rays, models, other documents and a comprehensive examination to find the right solution for your dental alignment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"c2db\"><button aria-controls=\"content-c2db\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Are crooked teeth just a blemish?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-c2db\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the teeth are crooked, this is generally perceived as unattractive. In addition to compromising aesthetics, misaligned teeth can cause unpleasant damage if they are not corrected.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container us_custom_f2ccb689 us_animate_this\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"w-tabs style_default switch_click accordion has_scrolling\" style=\"--sections-title-size:inherit\"><div class=\"w-tabs-sections titles-align_none icon_chevron cpos_right\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"z883\"><button aria-controls=\"content-z883\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Do I have to go to the dentist despite the orthodontist's treatment?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-z883\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Yes, even during the treatment phase in our practice, regular check-ups at the dentist once or twice a year are necessary. This dental prophylaxis involves the early detection of factors and diseases that can impair dental and oral health.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"fb54\"><button aria-controls=\"content-fb54\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">When should children see an orthodontist for the first time?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-fb54\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Many parents believe that a visit to the orthodontist only makes sense once all the permanent teeth have erupted, which is around the age of twelve.<\/p>\n<p>We advise parents to come to our practice with their children in the year before they start school. If no treatment is necessary here, you should make a second appointment when the child is around nine years old.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"ee17\"><button aria-controls=\"content-ee17\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Can orthodontic treatment also be carried out on adults?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-ee17\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Measures to treat misaligned teeth and jaws can be carried out at any age. The condition of the teeth and their anchorage in the bone is a prerequisite. Misalignments can be corrected if the teeth are still about halfway in the jawbone. Furthermore, the surrounding tissue must be free of inflammation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"r0ca\"><button aria-controls=\"content-r0ca\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">Why does orthodontic treatment often take longer for adults than for children and adolescents?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-r0ca\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>If treatment is not carried out until adulthood, the growth of the jaw can no longer be taken into account in the treatment, which tends to make the correction of malocclusions more protracted.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"v35a\"><button aria-controls=\"content-v35a\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">What are the fundamental differences between orthodontics for children\/adolescents and for adults?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-v35a\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>The major difference between adult and paediatric orthodontics is that the growth of the jaw can also be utilised in young patients. If jaw misalignments exist, they often have to be corrected surgically in adults. Children tend to manage without surgery.<\/p>\n<p>Orthodontics can also be used in adults to support preparation for dentures.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section\" id=\"s7f6\"><button aria-controls=\"content-s7f6\" class=\"w-tabs-section-header with_icon\"><i class=\"far fa-question-circle\"><\/i><div class=\"w-tabs-section-title\">When are braces not an option for adults?<\/div><div class=\"w-tabs-section-control\"><\/div><\/button><div  class=\"w-tabs-section-content\" id=\"content-s7f6\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"w-tabs-section-content-h i-cf\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><p>Unfortunately, braces cannot be used on adults with inflammatory diseases of the periodontium. 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