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The Power of a Beautiful Smile

If you’ve been hiding your smile because it’s crooked, misaligned, or filled with spaces, you may be doing yourself a disservice. According to researchers, smiling makes us happier which in turn makes us healthier. Research also shows that people who smile more tend to be friendlier, easier to approach, and more successful in their lives […]

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 […]

Partial versus Full Orthodontic Treatment   Orthodontic treatment can have life changing benefits. Creating an esthetically pleasing smile, establishing a healthy bite, promoting overall health, and improving one’s self-esteem are only a few examples of such benefits. A typical orthodontic treatment involves full braces on the upper and lower teeth and can take anywhere from […]

I want my braces off already! Orthodontic treatment can have life changing benefits. It can transform smiles, improve speech and function, and increase overall self esteem. However creating a beautiful and healthy smile is not an overnight process. The most common question I am asked from patients is “when are my braces coming off”. This […]

How do Braces work? Since ancient times people have designed ways to move teeth and improve their smile. Primitive forms of, what we now call “braces”, have been found on skulls of ancient mummies. Even Hippocrates and Aristotle in 400-500 BC both pondered about ways to straighten teeth and fix various dental conditions. Straight teeth […]