Ideally, our upper and lower jaws would be both even in width and just wide enough to accommodate all 32 of our teeth. For most of us, though, either or both of our jawbones happen to be too narrow, and this can pose a problem during childhood and adolescence as our adult teeth grow in. […]
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Orthodontic Treatments
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Oct
Oct
Orthodontic Treatments in Buffalo, NY If you think you child needs to receive orthodontic treatments, you may be wondering what can be done to fix their smile. Here are a few types of orthodontic treatments. Orthodontic Treatments: How Braces Work A lot of times, when patients come into the office they sort of wonder how […]
Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, Craniofacial Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Surgical Orthodontics
Cleft Lip and Palate Treatment
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Sep
Sep
Treating Cleft Lip and Palate Are you concerned about your child’s smile? Generally, treating cleft lip and palate requires surgical correction. Craniofacial orthodontists specialize in the treatment of this condition. However, it can be rather challenging to estimate the number of surgeries that could be required to correct it. Naturally, treatment depends on the severity […]
Children's Braces, Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, Craniofacial Orthodontics, Crossbite, Early Orthodontics, Expanders, Featured, First Consultations, Invisalign, Orthodontic Tools, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Sleep Apnea, Surgical Orthodontics, Temporary Anchorage Devices, Treatments
The Complete Orthodontic Care Guide
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Aug
Aug
The doctors at Orthodontists Associates of WNY has created The Complete Orthodontic Care Guide to help parents and patients of orthodontics understand the types treatments. Download Our Free Orthodontic Care Guide As a parent, you are responsible for the health and well-being of your child(ren). That is no easy task! Ensuring your children have sound oral […]
Craniofacial Orthodontics, Crossbite, Early Orthodontics, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog
Cost of Orthodontics
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May
May
As most of us are aware, dental procedures and insurance can be quite pricey. This article will help you understand more about the cost of orthodontics and what you can do to make the process easy and affordable. Orthodontics is the process of correcting malocclusions or misaligned bites. Our office works with you to make […]
Craniofacial Orthodontics, Early Orthodontics, Orthodontic Tools, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Temporary Anchorage Devices, Treatments
Proper Teeth Alignment
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May
May
With proper teeth alignment, not only can you feel more positively about yourself, but your mouth is more functional than it would be if your bite was misaligned. Unfortunately, misalignment is a significant issue in people’s oral condition today. Many people go without help or improvement from dentists and orthodontists, letting their conditions worsen. This […]
Children's Braces, Craniofacial Orthodontics, Early Orthodontics, Invisalign, Orthodontic Tools, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Treatments
Invisible Braces
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Apr
Apr
Invisible braces, more commonly known as Invisalign, is an alternative to metal braces. While metal braces use metal brackets on every tooth connected by thick, tight wires to align or straighten your teeth, invisible braces are made of a thick plastic. Orthodontists may also commonly recommend invisible braces, otherwise called aligners, to patients after having […]
Children's Braces, Craniofacial Orthodontics, Crossbite, Early Orthodontics, Orthodontic Tools, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Surgical Orthodontics, Treatments
Fixing a Crossbite With Orthodontics
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Apr
Apr
All people have a different type of bite. There are bites that are better than others, though, and are all determined by the way your teeth initially grow in and how they’re set in your jawbone. One of the most common kinds of bites is called a crossbite. These are considered malalignments of the teeth, […]
Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, Craniofacial Orthodontics, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Treatments
Cleft Palate Rehabilitation Explained
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Mar
Mar
Cleft Palate Rehabilitation Explained Everyone wants their child to go through life with the least amount of problems possible; however, for parents who have a child born with a cleft palate, it can seem like the road ahead is bound to be very difficult. While specialists such as oral and plastic surgeons are necessary to […]