Every parent wants their child to grow up to have perfectly straight and healthy teeth. Of course, there are a lot of things that can prevent this from happening, including factors like extra teeth, large teeth, spaces, or an underdeveloped jaw. If you start to notice some crookedness or crowding in your child’s smile, you don’t have to just hope... read more »
Your child walks up to you with an expression you recognize all too well. Something’s wrong. They tell you their mouth feels sore, and after taking a quick look, you immediately notice that they have red, swollen gums. They got braces not too long ago, so are they causing this problem, or is something else going on? What can you... read more »
In cosmetic dentistry, porcelain veneers are recognized as one of the aesthetic treatments that can give patients the smile they dream of. We are sure you have stumbled upon smile transformation pictures on social media! This procedure is gaining in popularity mainly because of the reduced number of sessions needed, the fact that it is a pain-free dental procedure but... read more »
Every parent with a young child has a “to-go” bag that they bring with them whenever they leave the house. It typically includes things like snacks, band-aids, tissues, hand sanitizer, and many other items “just in case.” If your child has braces, there are a few items they should never leave the house without, and below, you’ll find the basics... read more »
You’ll find the answers to some of the most common questions about Invisalign on our site, but as you can imagine, we can’t fit every question people have about this treatment on a single page. Otherwise, you would be scrolling forever! Fortunately, in today’s blog, we’re going to respond to some of the less popular frequently asked questions about Invisalign... read more »
There are several reasons why someone would want to straighten their teeth with Invisalign. It can give a person more confidence, improve their appearance, and even fix longstanding oral health issues, all while they avoid the look and feel of metal braces. Often overlooked, however, is how it can affect someone’s job performance. If you work in one of these... read more »
Have you started to notice gaps between your teeth and your Invisalign trays? Are they starting to slip out of place throughout the day? These are both telltale signs that your treatment is not progressing as planned, or that it’s not “tracking” properly. Getting off track with Invisalign can potentially add months to your treatment and extra expense, but thankfully,... read more »
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, every child should receive a professional orthodontic screening by the age of 7. That’s because, at this point in their development, it’s relatively easy for orthodontics to correct any alignment issues in a child’s teeth as well as prevent others that could spell trouble for their incoming adult teeth. Read on to learn... read more »
It’s easy to understand that braces can cause a patient’s teeth to change—that’s often the entire point of the treatment! What isn’t talked about as often is how orthodontic care affects the gums. Swollen gums are fairly common for people with braces. This can be temporary, or it can sometimes be permanent. After their braces come off, many patients choose... read more »
About 10 million Americans are currently dealing with a TMJ disorder, which can include unpleasant symptoms like chronic jaw pain, teeth grinding, headaches/migraines, and even lockjaw. There are many non-invasive ways to treat this condition, but one that isn’t discussed often is Invisalign. While it’s well known that the clear aligners can greatly enhance the appearance of the smile, for... read more »
