Why Adults Are Seeking Orthodontic Treatment Now More Than Ever
Parents no longer take the back seat while their kids reap the benefits of orthodontic treatment. With one-in-three orthodontic patients over the age of 18, the number of adults seeing an orthodontist is at an all-time high. Experts believe this upward trend is likely here to stay – why? It works. Orthodontic treatment is just […]
Questions To Consider When Researching Direct To Consumer Orthodontic Companies
Some online orthodontic companies make their treatment sound so easy. Perhaps you take a selfie and/or an impression of your teeth or get your teeth scanned. Next, you receive aligners in the mail and after so many months – straight teeth! Right? What else is there to think about? Before you decide to proceed with a direct-to-consumer […]
Will I Need to Wear Retainers After Treatment?
Whether you’re thinking about orthodontic treatment, or currently undergoing treatment, you may be wondering, “Will I need to wear retainers after treatment?” The answer is yes, and here’s why. Getting straight teeth is only half the battle; the other half is keeping them straight, and that is where retainers come in. Changes in tooth position […]
Does My Child Need To Wait Until They Have All Of Their Permanent Teeth To See An Orthodontist
If someone tells you that your child should have all of his/her permanent teeth before visiting the orthodontist for the first time, that “someone” is incorrect . In fact, putting off a first visit to the orthodontist until all of a child’s permanent teeth are in could do more harm than good. Here’s why: There’s […]
7 Myths About Orthodontic Treatment
Myth #1. Anyone who provides braces or aligners is an orthodontist. False. While some general dentists or online companies offer braces or aligners, only an orthodontist who has taken the additional years of advanced training at an accredited residency can call themselves an orthodontic specialist. It’s not worth the risk of permanent damage to your […]
6 Ways To Clean Your Aligner Trays
Invisalign trays can become dingy, dull or discolored if they are not cleaned properly. To achieve your sparkling smile at the end of treatment, you will need two important things — clean aligners and great oral hygiene. The good oral hygiene part is easy — simply brushing and flossing your teeth regularly helps avoid cavities […]
Braces vs Clear Aligners: What You Need to Know
When considering orthodontic treatment, patients usually come prepared with great questions. The question at the top of the list is often which type of appliance to use to correct their orthodontic problem – braces vs clear aligners? How do they decide? First, keep in mind that there is not a single “right way” for orthodontic […]
