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 […]
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Reasons for Surgical Orthodontics If you are worried about your child’s smile, you may be wondering what the reasons for surgical orthodontics are and if your child needs it. Here are some of the conditions that would require surgical orthodontics. Reasons for Surgical Orthodontics | Mandibular Advancement This means that you have an under-developed lower […]
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Common Orthodontic Issues Are you concerned about your child’s teeth? Here are some very common orthodontic issues that we treat. If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to call our experienced orthodontists at any of our five WNY locations. Common Orthodontic Issues | Early or Late Loss of Baby Teeth Children usually lose their […]
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What Teens Should Know About Orthodontics Here is what teens should know about orthodontics. First, braces are no longer as scary as many adolescents might imagine. Braces today come in a variety of styles, materials and colors making life with braces easier, more comfortable and even stylish. Patients can now choose from different treatment options […]
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Orthodontic Technology Do you need orthodontic care? You may be wondering what to expect. At our office we have excellent orthodontic technology to help us give you the best results in your treatments. Orthodontic Technology | CBCT X-ray One major change in orthodontics, and dentistry in general, over the past 15 years has been brought […]
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How We Treat Orthodontic Issues Are you wondering how we treat orthodontic issues? You may be considering coming in to our office to find out how we do things. Every day, when we see new patients, we feel that first visit is one of the most important visits we’re going to experience with that patient. […]
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Orthodontics in Adults When we’re talking about orthodontics in adults, it’s a little bit different than it is when we’re talking about children, adolescents and teenagers because adults are no longer growing. When we contemplate putting the teeth in an adult’s jaws into the proper position, we often face the challenge of getting the jaws […]
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Best Age for Orthodontics If you have a child that might need work done on their teeth, you may be wondering what the best age for orthodontics is. Our experienced staff can answer any of your questions relating to this topic. Best Age for Orthodontics | First Initial Consultation One of the most popular questions […]
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Conditions That Feel Like TMJ If you have one of these conditions that feel like TMJ, you may be wondering if you should head to the orthodontist. It is always better to be safe. Not all jaw pain is associated with TMD. While TMD occurs in around 10-15% of the population, other conditions have similar symptoms. […]
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Braces Questions Parents Should Ask If your child needs to see an orthodontist, you may be wondering what braces questions parents should ask. Here is what you need to know. Braces Questions Parents Should Ask | Does Every Kid Get Braces? One common question is, “Do you put braces on every kid you see at […]