What to Do if Your Braces Are Bent or Damaged

Through the course of routine adjustment sessions, your braces will realign your teeth for a healthier mouth and an appealing smile. However, if any part of your braces is bent or damaged in some way it will most likely increase the amount of time and number of adjustment sessions needed to attain your ideal smile…. Read more »

Malocclusion: A Major Issue Solved With Orthodontics

Malocclusion is improper and poor positioning of the teeth while occlusion is the alignment and spacing of your upper jaw and lower teeth when you bite down. So, today our team would like to teach you a little bit about the different problems that could occur to your bite. Generally, there are four problems your… Read more »

Care and Cleaning Tips for Your New Set of Braces

Your new set of braces have been designed to realign your teeth, through the course of several adjustment sessions, to give you an even and healthy mouth. It might take a little time to get used to wearing braces. With a few minor changes in your everyday habits and daily oral hygiene routine, you will… Read more »

Invisalign for The Smooth Even Smile You’ve Always Wanted

Many adults with minor alignment issues with the teeth in their smile have used Invisalign to get the smooth and even smile they’ve always wanted. The aligners are made from a clear durable plastic, making them nearly invisible to the casual observer. At the first appointment the dentist or orthodontist will conduct a thorough inspection… Read more »

Tools and Techniques for Cleaning Your Lingual Braces

Since the brackets and wires of lingual braces attach to the backs of teeth, they are very popular for cosmetic reasons. One of the few drawbacks of lingual braces is that they can be hard to clean. With a few minor lifestyle changes you can keep your lingual braces clean and free from damage. There… Read more »

Why You Should Consider Orthodontics as an Adult

Orthodontic treatment is a great way to finally achieve the smile of your dreams, and believe it or not, it’s not just for teens anymore! More and more adults are choosing to take advantage of orthodontics each day so they can finally be proud of their smile. If you are one who wishes to straighten… Read more »

How to Care for Your Invisalign® Aligners

Invisalign® is a great orthodontic treatment that can finally give you the smile you have always wanted. However, there are different things you will need to do to care for your Invisalign aligners that are different from caring for braces or retainers. Those things include: • Rinse your aligner: When you take your  Invisalign aligner… Read more »

Orthodontics: Finding the Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

There are many questions in the world today about orthodontics, and we understand that things can get a little overwhelming and confusing at times. However, we are here to help you understand a little bit more about orthodontics by providing the answers to the following frequently asked questions: How do I know if I need… Read more »

All You Need to Know About Early Orthodontics

Early orthodontic treatment can be very beneficial, especially for children between the ages of 9 and 14. So, if you are curious to know if your child will need orthodontic treatment, you can bring them into our office by the time they are 7 years old! If you bring your child into our office at… Read more »

Toothbrush Care: Keeping Your Brush in Tip-Top Shape

As you reach for your toothbrush every morning and every night, you may not realize how dirty your brush might be. But, if you care for your brush and you follow the provided guidelines, you will have the cleanest brush possible! Clean your brush After you brush your teeth, rinse your toothbrush with warm tap… Read more »