Posts Tagged ‘orthodontic treatment’
Are You A Candidate For Cosmetic Dentistry?
Cosmetic Dentistry is about more then a white, perfectly aligned smile. For many of us, we may believe we have one or more flaws we might want changed or adjusted with our current smiles. These smile flaws can effect a person’s self esteem as well as a person’s self confidence leading to a lower quality…
Read MoreI Have Allergies…Can I Get Orthodontic Braces?
There are certain questions we all think about when we are told we need to wear orthodontic braces…..Will it hurt?….How will I be able to brush and floss?….Can I still eat my favorite foods?….How long will I have to wear them? For millions of adults and children they might have a far different reaction……I have…
Read MoreWhat Is Interceptive Orthodontics?
Interceptive Orthodontics is a phased type of orthodontics. Growth is utilized to correct developmental occlusion problems. Staging the treatment can correct immediate problems and future issues. Interceptive orthodontics simply means diagnosing and treating malocclusions as soon as they are detected. The American Academy of Orthodontics now says all children should have an orthodontic assessment no later…
Read MoreBraces are Off…Now What?
Most teens and adults who wear braces cannot wait for the day that they are free from them. They look forward to finally having the straight smile they have desired. Whether treatment takes a few months (in cases of limited orthodontics) or 2-3 years it is still something to look forward to. But now the…
Read MoreTooth Eruption: What Happens When?
Tooth eruption is a process in tooth development in which the teeth erupt into the mouth and becomes visible. The arrival of a new tooth, or tooth eruption is a big event for most of us! As a baby, tooth eruption allows for introduction of new foods with more substance. Later on, many parents and…
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