You can help keep treatment on track by following your orthodontist’s directions, avoiding hard and sticky foods and keeping your teeth clean.
Vaping causes damage that may lead to the death of gum tissue, gum disease and, in some cases, loss of teeth – making vaping a risk to your oral health.
Prioritize your family’s smiles this year with these three easy steps from the American Association of Orthodontists.
Athletes are more likely to have poor oral health because they often refuel with high-acid drinks – which can weaken tooth enamel and damage teeth.
A crossbite is a type of malocclusion, or a misalignment of teeth, where upper teeth fit inside of lower teeth. This misalignment can affect a single tooth or groups of teeth.
It’s no secret, as you age, so does your smile. Here’s a roundup of 4 common changes orthodontists see in patients as they age.
The answer is yes, and here’s why. Getting straight teeth is only half the battle; the other half is keeping them straight, and that is where retainers come in.
While we understand that the discovery of white spots on your teeth may be a concern, fortunately, these white marks are entirely preventable. You can maintain a bright, spot-free smile by implementing proper care practices. Achieving and preserving your beautiful smile is more straightforward than you may realize! Orthodontics and White Spots: A Preventable Connection … Continued
One appliance is not inherently better than another. What is used for an individual’s correction will be based on the goals of treatment, and the patient’s lifestyle needs.
While many patients seek orthodontic care due to crowded or misaligned teeth, being diagnosed with a “deep bite” can come as a surprise. A deep bite, also known as an excessive overbite, is a type of malocclusion where the upper front teeth significantly cover the lower front teeth from top to bottom when the molars … Continued
