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Whether you’re born with a perfect smile or whether it’s due to orthodontic treatment, it would be wonderful if your teeth remained as straight and beautiful as they were in their best shape. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case. On the contrary, your teeth can move over time, especially as you age. Why Do Teeth […]

When you think of getting braces for your child, you likely imagine that the process includes getting impressions of your teeth and having the recommended treatment installed in your mouth to start your journey to a straighter smile. However, two-phase treatment is a specialized process that allows for improved changes to your jaw as well

Years ago, when your orthodontist needed to take impressions of your teeth to determine the best treatment for your smile, the process typically involved placing a putty-like material into a mold and pressing it against your teeth for several minutes. However, with new technology oh, your orthodontist is now able to digital impressions to get

Oftentimes, when people think of the effects that crooked teeth can have on their smiles, they only think about appearance. However, crooked teeth can also have a big effect on how well or poorly your smile functions. This can lead some people to wonder if misaligned teeth are even as strong as properly aligned ones.

When most people think of their options for orthodontic treatment, they likely think of braces or clear aligners. While these treatments are effective for misaligned teeth, sometimes, the problem lies deeper than crooked teeth. In some cases, orthodontic issues stem from problems with your jaw bone itself, causing you to have difficulty speaking or eating

While it would be ideal for your teeth to remain perfectly straight after you complete your orthodontic treatment, unfortunately, that isn’t always the case. Even after you have braces or aligners, your teeth will want to naturally shift back to their original position. That’s why your orthodontist will give you a retainer that you’ll wear

Invisalign orthodontic treatments offer a number of benefits for a comfortable and subtle way to achieve a straighter, more beautiful smile. However, since this treatment involves a piece of plastic going over your teeth where your tongue connects to form words, some patients can worry that wearing their aligners can result and they’re developing a

In today’s world, there are plenty of misconceptions about pretty much any topic under the sun. Whether they’re based on fairy tales or simple misinformation, it’s important to figure out fact from fiction so you can best live your life. When it comes to the information circulated about orthodontic treatment, there are plenty of rumors

How many times have you been sleeping soundly only to be suddenly woken up by your partner’s or your own snoring? Not only can the sound of snoring be quite irritating and prevent you from getting a good night’s sleep, but it can also be a sign that air isn’t getting through your nose or