Dental Braces Before or After Wisdom Tooth Extraction?
A common concern for most parents is whether their child should get dental braces before or after their wisdom tooth extraction. Parents believe that there is a likelihood of a wisdom tooth eruption when their kids get braces early. However, the truth is that wisdom teeth erupt most commonly between the ages of 17 and […]
Traveling with Braces – 6 ways to make your holiday memorable
It’s almost the start of the holiday season and we all deserve this break! Planning the perfect vacation for you and your family can be tricky. Whether you are traveling to the next town or are jetting off on a cool new destination, the fun and extravaganza of the trip remain the same. If you […]
Why You Should Consider Getting Braces After 50
Many people assume that dental braces are only for children and teenagers. Not true! People of any age can turn to orthodontic treatment, even those who are over the age of 50. It is crucial to fix the wrong bite and other dental imperfections before they get more serious as one gets older. Why Get […]
What is DIY Orthodontic Treatment and Why it is Dangerous
What Exactly is DIY Orthodontic Treatment? DIY orthodontic treatments are all over the internet in the form of blogs and YouTube videos – all by individuals who are neither qualified nor trained in orthodontics. These people are using various methods like elastic rings, rubber bands, and plastic mold kits, claiming to close gaps and fix […]
8 Simple Ways that Parents Can Help their Children deal with their Braces
Every parent whose child has braces needs to know this right now! Getting braces is usually a part of growing up for a lot of children. Unfortunately getting braces is usually not something that most children look forward to as it has a huge effect on a child’s habits, appearance and can also cause social […]
What should your child expect before and after braces
The exact experience of getting braces varies for every child depending on the type of braces that you’ve chosen. For instance, if you have chosen traditional braces, it will include metal brackets, wires, elastic rubber bands and bonding glue but if the braces are invisalign then your child will only be wearing customized aligners for […]
Understanding How Braces Work
According to the American Association of Orthodontics, approximately 4 million Americans undergo some form of orthodontic treatment at any given time. Therefore, it is not surprising that we have a lot of questions for our orthodontist about braces and orthodontic treatments, before committing to one. However, what many of us forget is to ask how […]
4 Tips That Help Prevent Tooth Decay with Braces
You’ve got to be ready to own your oral health, which means knowing the right way to brush, floss, rinse and much more. So that by the time those braces come off, you’ve got a smile you would want to show off. Here are 4 tips that will help prevent tooth decay while wearing dental […]
How to Select the Right Braces
How to Select the Right Braces The reasons for getting braces vary from patient to patient. Approximately 3 million American teens have braces with the number of adults getting an orthodontic treatment rising at a steady rate. Some patients may have an ideal bite, while others may suffer from varying degrees of crowding or spacing, […]
The Impact of Crooked Teeth on Your Dental and Overall Health
A healthy smile is not only a reflection of good dental health but also good overall health. If the alignment of your teeth is crooked, it may be a source of embarrassment as well as a reason for your lack of confidence. Although the social reasons are good enough for you to seek orthodontic treatment, […]
