By definition, a smile is simply an upward tilt of your lips whenever youâre happy or amused, but in reality, it is so much more. Your smile is the biggest outward expression of your happiness, joy, pleasure and appreciation. A smile means that your heart is light and...
Read MoreThe Magic of Modern Orthodontic Care Sometimes, children and adults can feel apprehensive about orthodontic treatment, or braces, dreading the pain that comes with it. However, modern orthodontic care has seen the development of cutting-edge technology that ensures a pa...
Read MoreNo one likes being told they need braces. Many people dislike traditional braces as they give the face an unseemly appearance. Whereas clear aligners or Invisalign braces are not fully invisible and require much self-discipline and motivation to work effectively. Not to...
Read MoreInterproximal Reduction: Reducing tooth widths for form, function, and stability Interproximal reduction is the removal of some of the outer tooth surface, called enamel, usually between teeth that touch; it has been used in orthodontics since the 1940s. It is also know...
Read MoreSuccessful orthodontic treatment primarily depends on two things: constant pressure and time. Sometimes it takes added force to move teeth and jaws into their correct positions. Elastics, also called rubber bands, have the pull to make that happen. But they wonât work...
Read MoreThe upper and lower jaws are the foundations by which the teeth are supported. Sometimes, when the jaws are too short, or long, too wide or narrow, braces alone canât completely correct a bad bite (malocclusion). And, in addition to affecting a personâs appearance, ...
Read MorePalatal expansion is a combination of tooth movement and jaw expansion. It works by widening the two halves of the upper jaw, called the palate. The two halves are joined together by a âsutureâ in the middle of the roof of the mouth. The orthodontist custom makes an...
Read MoreOrthodontic treatment is about a change for the better, no matter what the patientâs age. It can give the patient the confidence and pride that comes with straight teeth and a great smile. But the orthodontist has another equally important treatment goal – to im...
Read MoreTiming of Treatment Age 1 – Good dental health begins The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that a child first visit the family dentist by their first birthday. Even though all of a childâs primary (baby) teeth usually have yet to erupt itâs an exce...
Read MoreWhat is an Orthodontist? An orthodontist is a specialist in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of dental and facial irregularities. In other words, they specialize in moving teeth and aligning jaws. They limit their practice to orthodontic treatment only. A general...
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