December 20, 2019 10:42 pm
Published by Terri Lively
You know about traditional braces, and you have probably heard about or seen clear aligners. But do you know about the braces that no one sees? Lingual braces are braces that go on the tongue side of your teeth, leaving nothing but your pearly whites shining out from your smile... Read more
December 6, 2019 2:15 am
Published by Terri Lively
White spots on teeth are called decalcification. Per the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), decalcification is the very beginning of a cavity.[1] While they can occur at any time in a patient’s life, white spots are a problem for some patients when they have braces or clear aligners. However, they... Read more
October 31, 2019 9:04 pm
Published by Terri Lively
Image by Anne Karakash from Pixabay When it comes to Halloween candy and braces, the news is more trick than treat. The sugars in candy are harmful to the teeth and hard, sticky, or chewy candy is terrible for the brackets and wires. So, sadly, Halloween candy during modern orthodontic treatment is not... Read more
October 22, 2019 4:16 am
Published by Terri Lively
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bloom Orthodontics in Long Beach and other orthodontists across the nation with the backing of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) are supporting a movement to Stand for the Silent. We want to work with our community to stop bullying and cyberbullying by building... Read more
October 11, 2019 12:31 am
Published by Terri Lively
Photo by Andrew Robinson on Unsplash Think you are too old for braces? Think again. More adults than ever before are seeking a straighter, healthier smile with modern orthodontic treatment. The prevailing attitude is that it is never too late to get the smile you want. Per the American Association of... Read more
September 27, 2019 7:29 pm
Published by Terri Lively
Image by Michael Larsson from Pixabay The American Academy of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that all children have their first orthodontic appointment by age 7. But did you know that some children might begin their treatment then, also? Modern orthodontic treatment begins earlier for specific cases where the orthodontist knows that two phases... Read more
September 6, 2019 9:41 pm
Published by Terri Lively
Braces and other modern orthodontic treatments are more efficient and effective than ever before. They even look better than they used to, too. However, no matter how much they have improved, it’s reasonable to have a little discomfort when you first get braces or after you have an adjustment.... Read more
September 5, 2019 6:35 pm
Published by Terri Lively
Braces are an investment in your smile. Depending on your case and your budget, it can affect how much of an investment you make. However, with today’s modern orthodontic practice, you can often find ways to make the price tag more affordable. It is difficult to give a price... Read more