Dr. Anthony D. Viazis is the American orthodontist in Dallas, Texas who invented and patented the original bracket system behind FASTBRACES® Technologies. He holds two dental degrees, one from the University of Athens in Greece and one from Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, Texas. He earned his Masters of Science degree as well as his Graduate Certificate in the specialty of orthodontics at the University of Minnesota.
He has held held academic faculty positions at the University of Minnesota, Baylor College of Dentistry and the University of Southern California in the USA and had been a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics and a Visiting Professor of the University of São Paulo in Brazil. The Award he is most proud of is the “Teacher of the Year” of the University of Minnesota, School of Dentistry, given to him after his very first year of teaching.
FastBraces is an approach to orthodontics that can straighten your teeth in significantly less time than traditional braces. FastBraces cost about half as much as traditional braces. The shorter treatment time also reduces the number of visits to our office, which can save you money as well.
FastBraces use a triangular bracket (which differs from the square bracket used by traditional braces) attached to a metal wire. The triangular bracket moves the crowns and roots of the teeth simultaneously for quicker, more predictable results.
Typically, treatment with FastBraces takes between three months and a year. However, some patients see results in just a few weeks. In contrast, traditional braces usually take two to three years to completely straighten teeth.
FastBraces is designed to be a non-extraction treatment plan. In contrast with traditional orthodontic treatments, FastBraces works by moving the entire tooth (not just the crown or the root), often avoiding the need for extractions.
While you may experience some discomfort after your braces are tightened, FastBraces tend to be less painful than traditional braces.
Yes, but unlike traditional braces, you will only need to wear it for a short amount of time each day. Most patients wear their retainers for about 15 to 20 minutes daily, while others only wear them overnight.
Most patients who can receive traditional braces can also be treated with FastBraces. However, FastBraces are not recommended for patients with impacted teeth, surgical cases, or temporomandibular joint (TMJ) pain.
FastBraces are commonly used to address:
FastBraces are faster, less expensive, and less painful than traditional braces. In addition, since FastBraces work faster than traditional braces, there is less time for plaque and bacteria to build up around the brackets. That’s why the key benefit to using FASTBRACES® is that, for many patients, treatment is completed even in about 100 days. As a result, choosing FastBraces can reduce your risk of developing oral health issues. This makes it a great choice as it is Safe, Easy, and Affordable.
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