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What Does An Orthodontist Do That My Dentist Doesn’t?

These days, many people have become interested in optimizing the appearance and health of their teeth. If this is the case for you, it’s important to note that both an orthodontist and a dentist can help you accomplish these objectives. However, it’s also important to note that an orthodontist and dentist do not provide identical […]

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What to Look for in a Great Orthodontist

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You know that you need some type of orthodontic treatment in order to straighten your teeth. You are sick and tired of looking in the mirror and seeing an unattractive smile. In fact, when you look in the mirror, you hardly want to smile at all. Thankfully, an orthodontist can help you look and feel […]

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How Can You Benefit From an Orthodontist?

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Orthodontists are typically associated with braces, but they provide a variety of different services to help both kids and adults get their best smile. You may wonder exactly what does an orthodontist do, and if orthodontic services could be beneficial for yourself. Orthodontists provide a range of services for both aesthetic and health purposes that […]

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What Does an Orthodontist Do?

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Our mouths, especially the teeth, perform a variety of duties, without which a productive and comfortable everyday life is hard to achieve. Some of the vital tasks that our teeth facilitate include eating, speaking and contributing to a healthy and symmetrical appearance, among others. Therefore, it is imperative to visit a specialist anytime you have […]

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Finding the Ideal Orthodontist

There is nothing you want more than a phenomenal smile. You floss and brush every day to keep your teeth in tip-top shape. There is nothing wrong when it comes to your oral health. Your issue is with the alignment of your teeth. You need orthodontic treatment to give yourself a reason to flash your […]

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Choosing the Right Orthodontist in Your Area

Orthodontics is a specialty within the field of dentistry. An orthodontist is, therefore, a type of dentist who specializes in diagnosing and treating misaligned teeth. The words orthodontist and orthodontics come from Greek words meaning “straight tooth.” The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that a child have their first visit with an orthodontist by the […]

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Orthodontist vs Dentist – What are the Differences?

Patients often confuse dentists with orthodontists and vice versa. While they both treat conditions that affect the mouth, what they treat and how they do so differs greatly between each profession. To better understand how an orthodontist differs from a dentist, let’s explore the differences between these two oral care providers. What Does a Dentist […]

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Orthodontist vs Dentist – What are the Differences?

According to a 2009 survey by the American Dental Association, there were 237,717 dentists in the United States. Of that number, approximately 13,500 people list orthodontics as their specialty. What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist? Both of these professions complement one another, and understanding the differences and similarities will help you […]

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Orthodontist vs Dentist

When it comes to oral health, there are generally two different types of doctors you can visit – a dentist and an orthodontist. While both dentists and orthodontists offer care and treatment for your teeth, the types of care they provide are very different. At M. Scott Runnels Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics we offer orthodontic […]

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4399 Commons Dr. E, Suite 100A
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