Quite a few parents who come to see us are confused because their child’s dentist has recommended that they receive braces, but they still have most of their baby teeth. What is the point of straightening them if they are just going to fall out? While this approach might seem counterintuitive, applying braces to the baby teeth is a relatively... read more »
Right after finishing an Invisalign treatment, patients are asked to wear a retainer so their newly shifted teeth will stay in place. Of course, not everyone follows their orthodontist’s directions, and often, retainers end up in a bathroom cabinet and are forgotten. This can lead to the teeth misaligning again in the future, and many patients believe they can fix... read more »
It’s easy to see why millions of people have chosen to straighten their teeth with Invisalign instead of metal braces. It’s discreet, comfortable, and the trays cover your teeth and protect you from cavities, right? While those first two points are true, the last one is not! It is still possible to get cavities during Invisalign, but fortunately, preventing this... read more »
When most people think of October, images of trees with beautiful orange and yellow leaves come to mind, or maybe they become excited about all the festivities that surround Halloween. But, it is also National Orthodontic Health Month, a time when dental professionals, teachers, and parents take a little extra time to share important information about this specific type of... read more »
Shirck Orthodontics is a partner in education, a community partner, and an advocate for safety, so that's why we have recently donated 10,000 masks and water bottles to local schools. We know that it is going to take everyone’s combined efforts to get us through this pandemic, and we’re happy to step up to the plate and offer assistance so... read more »
The phrase that is going to define 2020 is likely “social distancing,” but despite everyone’s interactions being mostly digital these days, millions of people still want to improve their smiles by straightening their teeth. With mail-order clear aligners, you can get the care you need without even having to step foot in an office, so it’s the perfect option for... read more »
When people hear the word “orthodontics,” they tend to all conjure the same image in their mind: a school-aged child with a mouthful of metal braces. Orthodontic treatment is often recommended for children because their teeth and mouths can be easily adjusted while they are still growing, but it’s actually possible to correct crooked, crowded, and gapped teeth at any... read more »
Cold and flu season is coming, and to say the past year has prepared us for it would be an understatement. Between wearing masks, washing hands, and socially distancing, the last thing most people are worried about is catching a cold these days. However, for people living with Invisalign, staying healthy requires a little extra care. Fortunately, a local orthodontist... read more »
These days, many parents are finding themselves doing something they haven’t in about 5-6 months—packing their child’s lunch for them to bring to school! If your child has braces in Westerville, choosing the right items will not only help them stay healthy and energized throughout the day, but it will also let them avoid any orthodontic mishaps that might throw... read more »
The world is becoming faster with each passing year due to technology, and fortunately, this progress can be seen in orthodontics as well. Thanks to advances in technology and techniques, the time needed to straighten the teeth and align the bite is perpetually becoming shorter and shorter. Of course, this begs the question, “Which orthodontic treatment is the fastest?” Your... read more »
