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...
Money Matters: Do I Have to Pay Everything Up Front?
I cannot speak for all Orthodontic offices, but in our office we understand that everyone has a different budget and different monthly...
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...
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...
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...
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&
The Best Age for Braces
At what age should my child be seen by an orthodontist? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children be seen by...
