Apple Orthodontics

About

Apple Orthodontic Clinic is a specialized orthodontic facility located in Kitamaruko, Suruga Ward, Shizuoka City, Shizuoka Prefecture. It serves patients from a wide area including not only Shizuoka area but also Okabe, Yaizu City, Fujieda City, Shimada City, and more. The clinic specializes exclusively in orthodontics, treating conditions such as protruding teeth, underbite, overlapping teeth, lingual orthodontics, bite alignment, and tooth alignment. Orthodontic treatment is a dental procedure that corrects poor tooth alignment and bite to create a beautiful smile by ensuring proper occlusion. Unlike grinding down teeth for crowns, orthodontics applies gentle force to the teeth and jawbone through orthodontic appliances, gradually moving them to improve alignment and bite. Leaving malocclusion untreated can cause various problems such as difficulty chewing food, unclear speech, increased risk of cavities, periodontal disease, bad breath, strain on jaw joints, and increased susceptibility to tooth fractures or injuries. In bracket-based orthodontics, metal, plastic, or ceramic orthodontic appliances are attached directly to the teeth, and wires are used to move the teeth. Typically, visits are required once a month for adjustments, and treatment duration varies by individual but generally takes 1-3 years. Clinic hours are from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with closed days on Wednesdays, Thursdays, the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays, and holidays. Since the clinic is open until 8:00 PM on weekdays and also open on weekends, it is easy for working professionals to visit. The clinic operates by appointment only, allocating sufficient time for each patient and striving to minimize treatment duration. The clinic aims to achieve orthodontic treatment goals using the latest equipment with minimal burden, preserving patients' valuable teeth as much as possible. English is supported, and parking is available. Initial consultations are free of charge.