Category Archives: Functional Orthodontics

Normal Bite vs. Overbite Signs Explained by Our Orthodontist

Have you noticed your teeth don’t quite fit together when you smile or chew? Are [...]

How Overbite Correction Relieves Pain and Protects Your Teeth

An overbite is a type of malocclusion, which literally means “bad bite.” It develops when [...]

How Oral Appliances Help Children With Down Syndrome Breathe Better at Night

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) happens when throat muscles relax too much during sleep, restricting the [...]

Craniofacial Orthodontic Treatment for Cleft Lip

Was your child born with a cleft lip or cleft palate? While it’s not common [...]

Rest Easier With Sleep Apnea Orthodontic Solutions

Does counting sheep put you to sleep, but you still wake up feeling drained? When [...]

5 Signs Your Child Needs Early Intervention Orthodontics

Early intervention orthodontics takes advantage of the skeleton’s natural growth period. By helping your child [...]

How Sleep Apnea and Orthodontic Treatment Work Together to Improve Long-Term Airway Health

According to the National Institutes of Health, over 32% of Americans aged 20 years and [...]

Do Braces Hurt? What You Should Expect and Why

We often hear the phrase “growing pains” as if it’s a simple part of life, [...]

Orthodontic Treatment Cost Explained

Most of us know that dental procedures and dental insurance can be quite pricey. This [...]

Orchard Park Orthodontist

Are you ready for an adventure into the world of orthodontics? Join us as we [...]

Metal Braces: Learn About The Surprising Benefits of Metal Braces

Traditional metal braces have been a staple in orthodontic treatment for decades. They are a [...]

What to Do About Tongue Thrusting

Are you worried about your child needed orthodontics? A lot of kids have what is [...]

Drs. Hietanen & Dusal Join The Craniofacial Team at Oshei Children’s Hospital

Drs. Steven Hietanen & Andrew Dusel of Orthodontists Associates of Western New York are proud [...]

Functional Orthodontic Treatment

Learn About The Benefits of Functional Orthodontic Treatment Most people think orthodontic treatment is only [...]