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American Association of Orthodontists›Resource Center›Smile Insights: Empowering Informed Orthodontic Care›What's Trending
An orthodontist conducting an in-person consultation, thoroughly examining a patient's teeth, jaws, bite, and facial structure to identify orthodontic issues.
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Beneath the Surface: The Critical Role of In-Person Consultations and Orthodontic X-Rays

Orthodontic treatment creates a more aesthetically pleasing smile while ensuring your teeth and jaws are healthy and function properly. This transformative treatment begins with an in-person consultation, where your orthodontist will use X-rays or dental imaging to gain a complete picture of your oral health and create a tailored treatment plan that meets your unique … Continued

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An orthodontist explaining the financial aspects of orthodontic treatment, highlighting that costs vary based on treatment type, complexity, and duration.
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How Much Do Braces Cost? Financing Options for Orthodontic Treatment

Whether you’re considering braces for yourself or a loved one, the excitement and anticipation of achieving a beautiful smile may be overshadowed by the practical consideration of cost. The financial aspect of orthodontic treatment is a critical consideration that varies widely and no two patients are alike. Treatment costs are influenced by factors such as … Continued

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A teenage girl taking a selfie, representing Mewing, a DIY facial restructuring trend, with a reminder that tongue posture alone cannot replace proper orthodontic treatment. And there is no scientific evidence to support the Mewing claims.
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Does Mewing Actually Reshape Your Jaw?

Mewing (which, by the way, is not a medical term) suggests that tongue placement can define your jawline. While proper tongue alignment could alter your facial structure, there’s more to it.

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Young woman getting safe and effective aligners at the orthodontic office versus the risks associated DIY treatment.
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American Association of Orthodontists Issues Guidance to SmileDirectClub Patients Following Abrupt Closure

Offers Warning about Mail Order Orthodontics ST. LOUIS, December 14, 2023 – The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) is offering guidance to patients impacted by the recent closure of SmileDirectClub and patients being approached by other “mail-order” teeth straightening companies. Given SmileDirectClub’s abrupt shut down, patients have been left with questions and concerns about their … Continued

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Female Orthodontists ready to offer guidance to patients that have been negatively affected by mail-order orthodontics.
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A Message of Support and Guidance from the American Association of Orthodontists

Dealing with SmileDirectClub’s abrupt closure may leave you with many questions and concerns. The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) understands how important it is to have a reliable support system, especially when it comes to your health and well-being. If you find yourself in a situation where you are left without treatment options and no … Continued

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An assortment of different types of candy to highlight what you can and can't eat while wearing braces.
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Guide To Eating Candy With Braces

Avoid damaging your braces and risking your successful orthodontic treatment by learning which candy might loosen the brackets attached to your teeth.

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Teenage boy on the red carpet with the host and his orthodontists talking about how getting your braces off at the orthodontist office is the best day ever!
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More Than Aesthetics: The Comprehensive Benefits of Straight Teeth

The AAO Consumer Awareness Campaign (CAP) “Straight Talk” series concludes with a video featuring a patient on the day of the removal of their braces, titled “The Best Day Ever.” The video features Dr. Jacquee Schiek, an AAO orthodontist, who reminds the patient, Tim, that the process of moving his teeth was a complex biological … Continued

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Straight teeth are more than a great smile, they must function properly too.
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What Makes Me Smile™?

Straight teeth matter because they provide more than a great smile. Teeth are like gears on a wheel. They are made to fit together in a certain way to do a certain job.

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An news program where you get the straight talk from a real orthodontist on the best time to your child should attend their first visit.
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The Milestone Visit: Why Age 7 is The Best Age For Orthodontic Treatment

Educating parents about the importance of early orthodontic intervention and taking children to see an orthodontist by age seven is part of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) new Consumer Awareness Program campaign. “When Should Your Child See an Orthodontist?” is the second video in the Straight Talk series. In the latest video, Dr. Larry Wang, an AAO … Continued

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