Adults are sometimes worried that they’ll have a mouth full of braces; when many of us were younger, the only option was braces or surgery. But these days, adults can get quality orthodontic care that will be almost invisible with procedures like Invisalign and lingual braces. We sometimes hear from our adult patients that they’ve…
Clear retainers are perhaps one of the most widely known dental support equipment. Similar in looks to a small mouth guard that’s worn during sports, these clear plastic plates are worn at the very edge of the teeth to keep them in place. As the name suggests, these plates “retain” the teeth’s position. It is…
You can DIY everything these days whether it is taxes, furniture restoration or soap making. Just because you can DIY everything, does that mean you should? There are several options for straightening your teeth at home, without setting foot in an orthodontist’s office, that seem appealing because of the ease and convenience. The most popular…
Once braces are removed from the teeth, they’re straighter, easier to brush and floss and make your smile one that you’re proud to flaunt. Thousands of people use braces to help them smile brighter and to improve the appearance of their teeth every single year. They’re most popular with children and teens but also worn…
While it may be tempting to put off orthodontics, there are significant benefits to correcting orthodontic problems as soon as is feasible. Costs and outcomes improve across the board with earlier intervention; repairing the damage of orthodontic problems only becomes more difficult and more expensive as a patient grows and ages—and in some cases, impossible….
Have you been considering teeth straightening options and want to know more about Invisalign? Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that straightens teeth without the use of brackets and wires, the traditional braces we all know too well. Typically, when we have questions about our teeth, we ask our dentist what they recommend we should do….
A smooth transition from baby teeth, or primary teeth, to adult teeth, or permanent teeth, is critical in adolescence. Baby teeth set the foundation for adult teeth and their proper positions. That’s why it’s essential to have an orthodontist examine your child’s mouth while they still have baby teeth. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends…
