Orthodontic treatment has a history of helping people to not only feel better about themselves but also take care of orthodontic issues that have been bothersome or problematic their entire lives. If you are considering orthodontic treatment, then we want to help you by offering some answers to some of the most common questions patients […]
Do I need orthodontic treatment as an adult?
Many people mistakenly think that only kids and teenagers, or those with a leaning towards the glamorous seek out orthodontic treatment. However, the truth is that age is not a consideration when determining who needs orthodontic treatment. Having a good bite, and feeling confident when you smile is not relevant only during childhood and teenage […]
Orthodontic treatment options for adults
There are numerous reasons why adults choose to undertake orthodontic treatment. They may not have had access to orthodontic treatment while they were young, or their wisdom teeth are pushing others, or their teeth may have shifted over time because of missing teeth. Prolonged habits during childhood, such as sucking your thumb or biting your […]
Easy Ways to Avoid Bad Breath During Orthodontic Treatment
Orthodontic treatment is a great way to get a perfect smile, but it can also make you realize that you have bad breath. One of the most common problems associated with orthodontic treatment is bad breath. Luckily, it is rather easy to avoid this embarrassing condition. There are at least five simple ways to avoid […]
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 […]
Accelerated Orthodontics with AcceleDent
What Is AcceleDent®? AcceleDent® is a treatment that has been clinically proven to shorten the amount of time that a person needs orthodontic treatment. In fact, studies have shown that it can help straighten teeth up to 50 percent faster. Keep in mind that the average orthodontic treatment time is around 24 months. Because AcceleDent® […]