Braces are the only option for most people to get perfectly straight teeth, but it does not come without some major compromises. One of the most difficult things for someone with braces to handle is avoiding his or her favorite foods. Eating certain foods will keep the braces from properly straightening your teeth. These are […]
How Do Braces Move Teeth
Even though many of us see patients with braces almost every day, not everyone understands how they work and why they are so important. Braces can be used to pull your teeth back into your proper position when malocclusion, misalignment of the teeth, occurs. Why Malocclusion Occurs For the vast majority of patients, malocclusion is […]
Causes and Treatments for Tooth Decay
Tooth decay is one of the most common health problems in the world and studies have shown that practically everyone will develop at least one cavity in their lifetime. While this medical issue is extremely common, patients will be glad to hear that it is also treatable and will typically not cause permanent damage if […]
Will Wisdom Teeth affect My Braces?
Whether you are getting braces or your kids have an appointment scheduled with the orthodontist, you may have some concerns about the wisdom teeth growing in. You know that braces cannot go on the teeth until all of the baby teeth have fallen out, but you aren’t quite sure what happens in terms of the […]
Braces vs Invisalign
If you’re considering getting either braces or Invisalign to straighten your teeth or the teeth of someone you love, you probably have some questions and concerns. Which method is most effective? How can I get the best results for my money? Invisalign and braces both have a great deal to offer patients who want to […]
Different Types of Braces
Once upon a time, people who needed braces had only one choice: the infamous “railroad tracks.” These days, people have more options. Here are some of the different types of braces that are available at Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics. Metal/Traditional Braces These are the braces most people think of when they hear the word […]
How Oral Hygiene Affects Your Whole Body
Brushing and flossing your teeth and regular dentist visits will help maintain your teeth and gum health, but many people are unaware that good oral hygiene is also very important for their general health. Problems in one area of the body often indicate problems in seemingly unrelated areas. For example, oral problems may actually be […]
How is Invisalign Teen Different from Invisalign?
For most teens, getting braces is not a high priority. Most teens would rather focus on school, friends, dating, sports and more. Their image is important to them, and braces will straighten their teeth and give them a better smile, but the metal wires and brackets can be a hard sell. If your teen needs […]
Orthodontics for Kids – When is the Right Time to Start?
When your kids first lost their baby teeth, they placed their teeth under their pillows, and the tooth fairy brought them a little gift that night. However, as they’ve aged, their teeth have become less exciting and more of a concern, and you’re wondering if they are going to need braces, and when. Based on […]
Orthodontics for Teens – What are the Options?
If you have a teenager and there are orthodontic concerns, the thought of traditional braces may be a major roadblock. Those teen years are difficult. There is peer pressure, kids are self-conscious, and everyone is trying to fit in. The last thing your teen wants is a mouth full of metal every time someone snaps […]
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