Braces for Adults: How Old is Too Old?
In the past, taunts of ‘tin grin’ and ‘metal mouth’ were the sole domain of junior high and high schools. If you didn’t get your teeth straightened out by graduation, you likely never would. Sadly, this paved the way for a lot of adults who needed orthodontic treatment and never received it, leading to tooth […]
Diamond Braces vs Normal Braces: What’s the Difference?
If you need orthodontic correction, you have a host of options to provide you with optimal results. Gone are the days when the normal or the traditional braces were the only alternative to adjusting your teeth. You have choices and can tailor your treatment plan to meet your needs, whether you opt for clear aligners […]
Invisalign vs Braces
If you are considering getting braces or Invisalign®, you probably want to get all of the facts before making a decision. Both of these treatments happen to be two of the most popular techniques used to improve the appearance, position and function of your teeth. Invisalign® is a set of clear plastic trays, and traditional […]
Will I Have to Get Braces when My Wisdom Teeth Come In?
You have previously worn braces, and now you finally have the beautiful smile you always wanted. Alternatively, maybe you have naturally had straight teeth all your life. In either case, your wisdom teeth start to come in, and you begin to panic. You worry that the growth of your wisdom teeth will misalign your teeth, […]
Keeping Teeth Healthy While Wearing Braces
Braces are an important part of long-term oral health for people with crooked or misaligned teeth. However, while they are on, they can present additional challenges for maintaining good oral hygiene. Here are some tips that can help you keep your teeth healthy while your braces are doing their job. Brush after Each Meal When […]
What to Expect When Getting Braces
For many people, the idea of getting braces can be intimidating. You may be worried that they’ll hurt constantly, or that you won’t be able to enjoy any of your favorite foods. Although braces can cause slight discomfort and inconvenience at first, most patients find that their braces don’t significantly interfere with their quality of […]
Common Problems with Braces
Many people need braces at some point to improve the alignment of their teeth. As they will often need to wear the braces for months or years, problems can arise. The following are among the more common problems people have with their braces: Loose band: The band encircles the tooth. Fiddling with it or eating […]
Braces for Adults
You are never too old to have a beautiful smile. If you are an adult and you are not happy with the alignment of your teeth, braces could be the answer for you. Whether you are dealing with too much space in your mouth, crowding, an underbite, or an overbite, there are orthodontic solutions that […]
Bad Habits to Avoid When Wearing Braces
Although the purpose of having braces is to correct crooked or misaligned teeth, ensuring that they work properly requires significant effort on the part of the patient. Failing to follow the instructions of your orthodontist can prevent braces from being as effective, leaving the patient with less than satisfactory results. A major contributor to this […]
Braces Movement – What to Expect When you Start Treatment
You’ve made the decision to take a positive step forward and get braces for your teeth. Braces are beneficial for many reasons, and they are more than a cosmetic form of treatment. While it is true that braces will give you a more beautiful smile once your treatment is complete, they will also enable you […]
