Author Archives for Terri Lively

The Braces No One Sees: Lingual Braces and Inbrace

December 20, 2019 10:42 pm Published by Comments Off on The Braces No One Sees: Lingual Braces and Inbrace

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


Will My Teeth Have White Marks After Orthodontic Treatment?

December 6, 2019 2:15 am Published by Comments Off on Will My Teeth Have White Marks After Orthodontic Treatment?

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


Halloween Candy and Braces: OK in Moderation

October 31, 2019 9:04 pm Published by Comments Off on Halloween Candy and Braces: OK in Moderation

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


Will You Stand for The Silent?

October 22, 2019 4:16 am Published by Comments Off on Will You Stand for The Silent?

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


What You Should Know About Adult Braces

October 11, 2019 12:31 am Published by Comments Off on What You Should Know About Adult Braces

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


Modern Orthodontics in Long Beach can happen in one or two phases.

Is Two-Phase Orthodontics Right for My Child?

September 27, 2019 7:29 pm Published by Comments Off on Is Two-Phase Orthodontics Right for My Child?

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


Even with advances in modern orthodontic treatment, Bloom Orthodontics in Long Beach still recommends a soft diet for the first couple of days.

Let’s Take a Hard Look at the Soft Diet

September 6, 2019 9:41 pm Published by Comments Off on Let’s Take a Hard Look at the Soft Diet

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


You might be surpised how affordable braces can be.

Affording Treatment: Can You Afford Braces?

September 5, 2019 6:35 pm Published by Comments Off on Affording Treatment: Can You Afford Braces?

  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