We understand that scheduling your child’s first orthodontic consultation might bring with it several questions. In order to shed light on some of your concerns, read what our experienced orthodontists have to say on the matter of first consultations. How is an Orthodontist Different from a General Dentist? Sometimes, patients come into our office without […]
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Orthodontic Treatment for Sleep Apnea
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Jun
Jun
We are very glad you found your way to this page about orthodontic treatment for sleep apnea. There isn’t a whole lot of awareness out there regarding sleep apnea, even though it is a dreadful life-damaging and life-shortening disease. Unbelievably, sleep apnea affects over 22 million Americans a year. That’s the number of people you […]
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The Path To Perfect Teeth – 5 Must Know Invisalign Tips
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May
May
Getting perfect teeth is of utmost importance to some people. A prime concern for most in the pursuit of straighter teeth are unsightly metal braces. Invisalign allows you to reap all of the benefits of standard braces but in a clear and discrete manner. 1. Getting Invisible Braces with Invisalign You have certainly heard of […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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, […]
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How to Fix a Gummy Smile
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Apr
Apr
When you smile, do a large portion of your gums show? Are your gums getting in the way of showing off your beautiful smile? If so, you could benefit from fixing your gummy smile. There are many people in the world who suffer from having large gums and apparent small teeth. This limits them in […]
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Temporary Anchorage Device
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Apr
Apr
What to Know about Temporary Anchorage Devices If you have visited an orthodontist and received braces, you likely had crooked or misplaced teeth. Sometimes, because of how severely misplaced teeth are, orthodontists may need to take advanced measures to produce the perfect smile. One way to do this is through the use of a Temporary […]
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Children’s Orthodontics – What You Need to Know
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Mar
Mar
Children’s Orthodontics – What You Need to Know When you have a child, it is important to keep track of their oral health over time. Starting out young is key for early prevention of potential harm they can experience in the future. One significant example of this is seen in children’s orthodontics. At a young […]