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...
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’...
Orthodontic X-Rays
A question I get a lot is “I (or my child) just had x-rays taken at the dentist, why do I also need x-rays taken for orthodontics?” This...
The Mythical Effect of Wisdom Teeth
Adults will often say that they had braces as a kid, and for a while very nicely aligned teeth… But then those darn wisdom teeth started...
Braces Friendly Foods
When patients get braces there is a lot of talk about what foods they can’t have. Let’s talk about the things you can still have! The...
Retainers: The Real Deal
How long should I wear retainers? Not that many years ago, the recommendation for wearing retainers was to wear them for a few months...
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...
Let's Talk Invisalign
Invisalign treatment consists of clear aligner used to orthodontically move teeth. A consultation first is always required to make sure you&
