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 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 […]
Invisalign Adult: It’s Never Too Late for Straight Teeth
Whether you had braces as a child and your teeth have moved over time or if you never had the opportunity to correct your teeth at all, it isn’t too late to straighten your smile. Invisalign is a discreet, comfortable alternative to traditional braces that can improve your dental appearance at any age. Invisalign: The […]
Braces or Invisalign – Which is Right for Me?
Both braces and Invisalign are viable methods for medical treatment in straightening teeth and promoting their proper function. While braces uses metal wires to straighten teeth into proper alignment, Invisalign offers a clear, plastic means for treatment. Both treatments are viable, but one might be more suitable for you than the other. At M. Scott […]
Orthodontic Treatment For Older Teens
From dating, preparing for junior and senior proms and playing sports, the last thing older teenagers want to worry about is getting braces. ”They’re like ‘I’m not wearing braces,”’ said Dr. M. Scott Runnels, an orthodontist with offices in Destin and Panama City Beach. But Runnels said his practice is treating more and more older […]
