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Clear aligners are a great way to straighten your smile without making it known to everyone that you are doing so.Unfortunately, however, not everyone is an ideal candidate for clear aligners, and it is helpful to know when clear aligners are the best option over alternative teeth straightening options.Clear aligners help many each year achieve…

Wondering whether general dentists can provide orthodontics for their patients? Yes, they can. While not all dentists offer orthodontic services, having straight teeth is important to dental health. Fortunately, clear aligners are one of the more popular straightening options that dentists can offer.Learning more about orthodontics is a great idea for anyone who wants or…

There are now more options than ever for teenagers to reliably and quickly straighten their teeth. Whether you simply want the best results or strongly desire a more discreet treatment, there is an option for you.Here, we discuss the various types of braces for teens, highlighting the differences between each and when one may be…

Having an orthodontist treat your teeth can be a long and sometimes difficult journey, but seeing the result of a perfect smile is worth it. But after your braces are removed, it is important to remember that your teeth care does not end there. To ensure that your new smile stays healthy and beautiful, a…

More people are recognizing the importance of teeth straightening. You can consult your dentist if you think you need this treatment. Receiving a referral to an orthodontist can present the possible types of dental straightening. Here are the different teeth straightening options that your orthodontist can offer.This type of teeth straightening system involves wearing removable,…

We do not like to think that our children could have oral health issues early in life, but the need for pediatric orthodontics is more common than you may realize. This is because children are more prone to certain orthodontic issues. To make it easier to get your children the help they need from your…

There are more adult braces options available now than ever before. Adults can now effectively (and discreetly) straighten their smile in a relatively short amount of time. In this review, we discuss the options that patients have for achieving their ideal smile through braces treatment.The most popular types of adult braces options are metal braces,…

Even though braces are common among teenagers, getting them is a new orthodontic experience for every patient. Teens and their parents tend to have many questions about braces and other orthodontic treatments for teens, when to get braces, and what having braces will be like. Here are some of the most common questions orthodontists hear…

If you already have a relationship established with a dentist, you may be understandably hesitant to seek out a specialist. However, a braces specialist offers several benefits to patients who need braces that you may want to consider.An orthodontist is a braces specialist because of additional training and education. Orthodontists specialize in using dental devices…

The primary goal of early orthodontic treatment is to prevent and fix bite misalignments. Several causes, including genetics, the premature loss of primary (baby) teeth, and harmful oral habits (like thumb sucking) may lead to such anomalies. Orthodontic abnormalities might be congenital or occur during early childhood. Straight teeth can reduce the incidence of dental…

Oral health is foundational to good overall health. Through the help of an orthodontist and bite correction, difficulties with chewing or speaking can be overcome. The inability to ingest food or clearly articulate impacts both physical and mental health. Bite correction has the potential to change the course of an individual’s health and wellness.Changes in…

Braces are a great way to straighten misaligned teeth and gain a more attractive smile that you can be proud of. While most people understand the cosmetic benefits of braces, many are not familiar with how braces can positively impact oral health as well as general health.By learning more about the full list of advantages…