How long do I have to wear my retainers for? The retainer phase of orthodontic treatment is the last and final phase in the overall orthodontic process. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the final alignment of the teeth and the beautiful smile that you and your orthodontist worked so hard to obtain. Retainers […]
Braces and Surgical Orthodontics
Braces and Surgical Orthodontics Braces are used to treat a variety of malocclusions or improper bites. For the majority of the population, a simple course of orthodontic treatment can lead to a beautiful and healthy smile. However, in some individuals the underlying problem is the position of the jaws and not just crooked teeth. In […]
Braces and cosmetic alternatives:
Braces and cosmetic alternatives: Braces can be used to treat a variety of orthodontic problems with the ultimate result being a beautiful, healthy smile. Braces come in a variety of shapes and sizes but the basic design is the metal one we are all familiar with. Metal braces are still the most widely used type […]
Why are extractions needed during orthodontic treatment?
Why are extractions needed during orthodontic treatment? Braces can correct a variety of orthodontic problems. One of the most common one is crowding of the teeth. This condition has multiple causes including a small mouth, narrow jaw bones, teeth that are too big, extra teeth in the mouth, teeth that didn’t grow straight down, and […]
What is the right age for braces?
What is the right age for braces? Even though there is no specific age to start treatment, it is recommended that a child sees an orthodontist as early as seven years of age. There are no strict guidelines on what can be corrected at that age but typically problems such as cross-bites (or narrow jaws), […]
The Importance of Good Oral Hygiene during Orthodontic treatment
The Importance of Good Oral Hygiene during Orthodontic treatment Orthodontic treatment can be a rewarding experience with life-changing benefits. Many factors can affect a treatment’s success. Following the doctor’s recommendations, maintaining proper oral hygiene and a good diet, and keeping up all the appointments are some of the things that can help the doctor achieve […]
How to choose the right Orthodontist
How to choose the right Orthodontist Selecting the right orthodontist can be difficult because patients don’t always know what to look for or who to trust. Certain factors need to be considered to help facilitate this task, the first one being the doctor himself. Is he/she a true orthodontist or a regular dentist performing orthodontic […]
The Importance of proper diet during orthodontic treatment
Great technological advances have been made over the years in the adhesives or “dental glue” used on orthodontic brackets. These advances have allowed for smaller brackets that are less visible and more comfortable for patients. Even with the best “glue” however, there are some diet guidelines that need to be followed during orthodontic treatment to […]
Risks of delaying orthodontics Treatment
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child first sees an orthodontic as early as seven years of age. This is a critical age because it coincides with the eruption of the first adult teeth, specially the incisors. An orthodontic evaluation is essential during that critical period to ensure proper eruption of the adult […]
Phase I Orthodontics: What is it and Why is it needed?
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child first sees an orthodontic as early as seven years of age. This is a critical age because it coincides with the eruption of the first adult teeth, specially the incisors. The reason an orthodontic evaluation is needed at that young of an age is because problems […]
