Invisalign® is a type of orthodontic treatment that uses clear aligners to move maligned teeth into a proper position. These custom-made aligners are transparent and removable. The average number of aligner trays worn by each patient is between 18 and 30. Each aligner is usually worn on the tooth for at least 22 hours a […]
What Will I Look Like with Braces?
You are used to the way your smile looks every time you look at yourself in the mirror. When people want to improve the appearance of their teeth, orthodontics is an automatic choice. However, before you decide to undergo the treatment, you will most likely ask yourself, “What will I look like with braces?” An […]
Can Anyone Get Invisalign Braces?
Invisalign® treatment has revolutionized the world of orthodontics. Today, patients have a more discreet option besides metal brackets. As such, those who would never use braces are now trying Invisalign® braces. Sadly, most people don’t think they’re good candidates for this treatment. If you’re one of them, here are a few things you should know […]
Important Foods to Avoid with Braces
When you have braces, it is very important to make sure you take care of them so that they’ll work properly. This means avoiding certain foods that could damage your braces or get stuck in them. Not only can these foods damage your braces, but they can also damage your teeth as well. Runnels Orthodontics […]
How to Maintain Braces and Clean Teeth
The appearance of teeth varies from one person to another. Some people feel that their teeth are not well aligned and would like to change the structure and appearance. To change this and other issues including filling gaps, under bites and overbites, dental braces are used. After getting the braces, one has to take care […]
What Happens When You Get Your Braces Off?
Getting your braces off is a big deal. Your teeth have moved into place, your smile is ready to be unmasked, and you can finally look forward to biting into a whole apple instead of having to dice it. Removing your teeth straighteners should be straightforward, but you can encounter a few variations in how […]
How Exactly Do Braces Work?
Braces are the go-to solution for crooked teeth, especially in kids and teens. No doubt you’ve seen your friends wear them and have seen how their teeth changed over time. Once you understand how braces work, though, you’ll find them easier to deal with. The Basic Process Brackets, usually made of metal, are cemented onto […]
Does Getting Braces off Hurt?
Getting braces is something many kids and teens have to go through at some point in order to straighten their teeth. Although it’s so common, there’s still usually some anxiety over how the whole procedure is going to feel. After the braces are put on, many people start wondering if getting them off is going […]
Consider a Carriere Distalizer Treatment for Overbites
The Carriere Distalizer was created to replace bulky headgear and is used to correct overbites in patients. It is used before braces are put on the front teeth to finish correcting the overbite. An overbite occurs when the jaws or teeth are not properly aligned, causing the upper front teeth to cover the lower teeth. […]
Do Wisdom Teeth Affect Braces?
The term “wisdom teeth” strikes fear into the heart of many dental patients. From what most people have heard, wisdom teeth are nothing but trouble, and are often only discussed when they have to be removed. You may be relieved to know, though, that wisdom teeth are not always so problematic. In most cases, they […]
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