Invisalign ® clear braces are an orthodontic solution that utilizes an alignment tray system. Using a series of clear plastic aligners, Invisalign gradually shifts misaligned teeth into place using gentle pressure. For many years now, Invisalign has been the go-to adult orthodontic option, and we’re proud to be a premier provider for both Invisalign and Invisalign Teen. Shirck Orthodontics is... read more »
Now that your child is wearing braces, you want to make sure he or she is taking the best possible at-home care of them. Of course, as a parent, you likely already know all too well that children tend to cut corners when it comes to their oral health. However, brushing is as important as ever with braces, since bacteria... read more »
At Shirck Orthodontics, each treatment plan is customized according to your child's needs. During the initial evaluation, Dr. Jeff, Dr. Soo, or Dr. Betina will complete an oral exam and discuss whether your child will require an orthodontic appliance -- anything from clear aligners, retainers, expanders, cribs, etc. -- to achieve the optimal results. It’s important to know that not... read more »
Finding a good orthodontist can sometimes be like trying to locate a veritable needle in a haystack. Some orthodontists may portray themselves as much more polished than others, sometimes fabricating or "fluffing" their educational backgrounds, professional memberships, and other pertinent information that you might base your fact-finding mission on. The good news is, what you might not know is that... read more »
Orthodontics treatment isn’t what it used to be. Thanks to advances in orthodontic technology and techniques, today we have more treatment choices than ever before! You can now seamlessly straighten your teeth without changing your eating habits or lifestyle. One of the many great modern orthodontic options offered by our skilled orthodontists, Dr. Jeffrey Shirck, Dr. Soorya Srinivasan and Dr.... read more »
When should you start to be concerned about your child’s smile? The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) strongly recommends that all children have a pediatric orthodontic screening by age 7. When your child turns 7, their teeth and jaws have developed enough to discern if there will be any serious orthodontic problems down the road. In most cases, treatment is... read more »
When it comes to your smile, seeking the orthodontic treatment you need will not only improve your smile's appearance, it will also protect your overall dental health. That's primarily because crooked, spaced, gapped, turned, or misaligned teeth can be hard to clean and maintain and consequently lead to periodontal disease, tooth decay or even tooth loss. Orthodontic problems can... read more »
Most people likely wouldn’t think to associate the glitz and glamour of Hollywood with orthodontic treatments. However, having straight teeth is just as important to the rich and famous as it is to everyone else. In fact, probably even more so, and many celebrities have chosen to get braces as adults! While being in the spotlight may motivate the famous... read more »
Though there are some folks who do not mind the look of traditional braces, there are those who prefer a more discreet form of orthodontic care. Not only that, but wires and brackets can also be uncomfortable in the mouth. Not to mention, having a mouth full of metal can turn people away from taking the next step to straighten... read more »
When people think of wearing braces, they most likely visualize the wires and brackets that are usually associated with traditional braces. Although traditional braces are quite beneficial to some people seeking orthodontic treatment, others may be wanting a more discreet and innovative method of straightening their crooked teeth. While it may seems as though there would be no way you... read more »
