Category Archives: First Consultations

Adult Orthodontics, Ceramic Braces, Children's Braces, Clear Braces, Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, Craniofacial Orthodontics, Crossbite, Dentofacial Orthopedics, Digital Imaging, Early Orthodontics, Expanders, Featured, First Consultations, i-CAT Digital Imaging, Invisalign, Orthodontic Tools, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Sleep Apnea, Surgical Orthodontics, Temporary Anchorage Devices, Tongue Thrust, Treatments

Free Virtual Orthodontic Consultations

Posted on by Dr. Steven J. Hietanen
Free Virtual Orthodontic Consultation in Buffalo, NY - Orthodontists Associates of WNY
31
Mar

Now Offering Free Virtual Orthodontic Consultations at Orthodontists Associates of WNY As the COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic continues to spread, our commitment to providing the highest quality orthodontic care has never been more important. Virtual consultations are recommended by the CDC as the best way to get the orthodontic care you need while avoiding exposure and […]

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Adult Orthodontics, Ceramic Braces, Children's Braces, Clear Braces, Early Orthodontics, First Consultations, Invisalign, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Treatments

Types of Braces

Posted on by Dr. Dominic A. Colarusso Jr.
Types of Braces Invisalign Options Orthodontists Associates of WNY
18
Mar

Types of Braces If your smile is not what you want it to be, you may be trying to find out what types of braces are best for you. Our experienced orthodontists explain the types of braces available at our office. If you need help deciding what is right for your smile, don’t hesitate to […]

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Preparing For Braces

Posted on by Dr. Steven J. Hietanen
Preparing For Braces Orthodontists in Buffalo, NY
27
Jan

Are you or a loved one considering braces to help you achieve the healthy and beautiful smile you deserve? Unless we win the genetic lottery, many of us will have to receive orthodontic treatment at least once. Those of us who face issues such as misaligned teeth, jawbones widened with palette expanders, or dental trauma […]

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Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment

Posted on by Dr. Steven J. Hietanen
What Is Interceptive Orthodontics Orthodontist in Buffalo, NY
20
Jan

Orthodontic work is necessary to provide patients of all ages a functional and aesthetically pleasing smile, and it is a universal rule that the earlier an individual receives orthodontic treatment, the more effective the treatment will be. We recommend that all of our patients allow their children to benefit from interceptive orthodontic treatment to ensure […]

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Upper Jaw Expansion for Orthodontic Correction

Posted on by Dr. Andrew J. Dusel
Upper Jaw Expansion for Orthodontic Correction
13
Jan

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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How Braces Work

Posted on by Dr. Dominic A. Colarusso Jr.
How Braces Actually Work
06
Jan

How Braces Work Are you interested in improving your smile, or the smile of someone you love? If so, you may be wondering how braces work to straighten your teeth and improve your smile. In the following post, you’ll learn how braces work from the perspective of our dedicated Buffalo orthodontists who have a combined […]

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Bad Habits to Avoid with Braces

Posted on by Dr. Dominic A. Colarusso Jr.
Bad Habits to Avoid with Braces WNY Orthodontists Free Consultation
24
Dec

Bad Habits to Avoid with Braces While braces are designed to help fix your crooked or misaligned teeth, it only works when used properly. If you have braces, you should be aware of the several bad habits to avoid with braces to ensure they last long and provide the optimal results you are seeking. Your […]

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The Importance of Retainers After Braces

Posted on by Dr. Andrew J. Dusel
The Importance of Retainers After Braces Orthodontist in Buffalo, NY
10
Dec

Braces are an effective pathway to achieving a perfect smile, but having them removed does not mean that there is no more work to be done. Just as braces shift teeth out of their original positions, the teeth will be inclined to continue shifting once the braces come off. To keep the teeth in place, […]

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Orthodontic Consultations Explained

Posted on by Dr. Andrew J. Dusel
Orthodontic Consultations | Orthodontist in Buffalo, NY
26
Nov

Time, patience, and consistent maintenance are essential to ensuring that your teeth and gums remain in perfect health. However, due to a combination of genetics, environmental factors, and mere misfortune, everyone has the potential to develop chronic issues that affect the health of the mouth. The alignment of the teeth and the jaws, often a […]

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Dentofacial Orthopedics, Early Orthodontics, First Consultations, Orthodontics, Orthodontists Associates of WNY Blog, Treatments

Dentofacial Orthopedic Treatment

Posted on by Dr. Dominic A. Colarusso Jr.
Dentofacial Orthopedic Treatment
28
Oct

Dentofacial Orthopedic Treatment If your child needs dentofacial orthopedic treatment, you may be feeling worried or concerned about what dentofacial orthopedic treatment entails. We know that as a parent, you have plenty to think about, so in the meantime, here is some information to ease your mind about dentofacial orthopedic treatment. Dentofacial orthopedics is a […]

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