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Everything You Wanted To Know About Lingual Hidden Braces

Have you been debating about whether to get braces? You might be worried about feeling self-conscious during your orthodontic treatment, especially if you’re an adult, but your crooked smile already makes you feel self-conscious! Plus, you know straight teeth are easier to clean so you can reduce the risk of tooth decay and cavities. What’s

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Differences Between Orthodontics and Dentists

Dentists focus on treating and preventing problems that affect the teeth and gums. Orthodontists mainly focus on straightening the teeth and alignment of the jaw. They fix misalignments using braces, invisible aligners, and headgear. Learn more about the main differences between orthodontists and dentists. Orthodontics Orthodontics is a specialized field that focuses on straightening the

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How Do Teeth Move?

If you’ve already had orthodontic treatment, then you’ve already experienced the movement of your teeth. However, your orthodontist didn’t magically make your teeth straight with the wave of a wand. Instead, we used scientific processes to move your teeth into an ideal position for a straight and beautiful smile! Here’s how: Teeth are comprised of

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What’s Included In An Orthodontic Emergency?

Orthodontic emergencies are needed when pain, swelling or bleeding becomes unbearable. This occurs when part of an orthodontic device becomes broken or detached. Learn more about which problems would create an orthodontic emergency. Loosened Parts On a fixed or removable orthodontic appliance, the wires may loosen and protrude into the skin, causing irritation. The orthodontist

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