Braces are Braces, Right?
You might be surprised to know that there are a LOT of different kinds of braces. There are many different companies that make braces,...
Under Observation
As I have mentioned before, the AAO recommends that children be examined by an orthodontist starting at the age of 7. For young kids that...
Baby Tooth Extractions
Baby teeth (primary teeth) are meant to come out on their own. So then why would an orthodontist recommend extracting baby teeth? There...
The First Week of Braces
Congratulations! You have braces! You are on your journey to a beautiful smile. Now, how do you get through this first week? The braces...
My Bracket Popped Off!
You have braces, and you are eating a sandwich when suddenly you notice something jiggling on your wire. Looking closely you see that it...
Parts of Braces
What are the different parts that make up braces? Having braces involves more than just the braces themselves. There are many ‘parts’...
TMJ
TMJ Up to ¾ of Americans may experience at least one sign of a temporomandibular joint problem. Yes, that many! These signs can be...
What is an Orthodontist?
"An orthodontist is a dentist who has completed an additional 2-3 years of schooling beyond dental school to become a specialist. This means
