The colors we put on your braces aren’t just for style. In fact, they are an important part of the braces that hold the wires in place and help to straighten your teeth. Now that school is out and temperatures are rising, let’s take a look at some funs ways to add some style to …
There is some confusion and uncertainty that exists regarding the right time that a child should see an orthodontist for an initial evaluation. We will address some of the more common misconceptions and questions we face with the hope of providing some clarity on the subject for you and your family. The American Association of …
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Achieving Your Smile Goals Without Braces Do you or your child want straight teeth and a confident smile but are hesitant to commit to traditional braces? If so, there may be a viable alternative to braces called Invisalign Teen. Invisalign is a brand that manufactures clear, plastic aligners used to straighten teeth. The majority of Invisalign …
Braces are the most common orthodontic “appliance” used to straighten teeth, align bites, and achieve beautiful smiles. But, there are times that braces alone aren’t enough to complete the job. In some of these cases, an orthodontic palatal expander may be necessary. Who Needs a Palatal Expander? In an ideal occlusion, aka “bite”, the top …
Introducing Our New Trios 3Shape Orthodontic Intraoral Scanner To improve the comfort and overall orthodontic experience of our patients, we recently invested in a 3Shape Trios 3 Intra-oral scanner. An intra-oral scanner is an electronic device which is used to construct 3-dimensional, digital models of your teeth and bite. This is done with a sensor …
