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.
October is National Orthodontic Health Month and National Bullying Prevention Month, so the AAO is challenging you to stand for the silent with these four steps.
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
Navigating dental and orthodontic care for young children can seem complex, especially when it comes to the question: Can children who still have baby teeth get braces? If you’ve heard that your child should have all their permanent teeth before visiting the orthodontist for the first time, you’ve been misinformed. Despite traditional associations of braces … Continued
“Bite” refers to the way upper and lower teeth come together. While each bite problem is unique, there are seven that are the most common.
Two-phase treatment means that treatment is done at two different times, often to take advantage of predictable stages of dental development.
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.
On the surface the DIY treatment seemed to be a quick, easy and inexpensive approach to close a gap. Unfortunately, the DIY treatment resulted a long-term, difficult and costly fix.
