Parents with more than one child who needs orthodontics will likely find themselves discovering that each child’s dental development will vary, just like the rest of their development. Gender sometimes plays a role, or dental genetics could impact the right time for braces. Here are some of the basics to know as you fill your schedule with orthodontic appointments for expanders, braces, Invisalign, or retainers.
Ever see those tiny metal springs stretching across the teeth of someone who’s wearing metal braces? They are an essential component for many types of alignment. Though they may seem silly and like they’re hardly doing anything at all, the presence of coil springs for braces is effective.
Most of the patients interested in aligning their teeth using Invisalign have the same questions for their orthodontist. Here are answers to common queries so you can learn everything you need to know as you research this orthodontic alternative and whether it might be right for you.
When you get an extra day in your year, you have 24 more hours to make a big decision. If you have considered aligning your teeth, closing gaps, fixing your bite, or correcting crowded teeth, Leap Day 2024 is a great time to say yes to braces. On February 29, prioritize the health of your smile and schedule an appointment with an orthodontist, or sign off on the braces you’ve long been considering.
Feeling self-conscious about the appearance of your teeth can easily get in the way of your love life. You must love yourself and feel good about yourself to present your best self to others. When teeth are the complaint, orthodontics are the solution. Let us count the ways braces can improve your chances at finding lasting love.
When people think about orthodontics, they may only think about straight teeth, but your mouth is the gateway to the rest of your body. The alignment and health of your teeth and bite affects overall well-being. Believe it or not, getting braces or Invisalign can improve overall wellness and correct health problems.
Your orthodontist knows that most of their patients are none too thrilled about getting a retainer. You’ve been wearing metal braces or Invisalign for a year or more and just want to be done already. Your feelings are understandable. But teeth alignment is a lifelong commitment and, besides, there are plenty of reasons to love your retainer.
Whether you like or dislike New Year’s resolutions, we all find ourselves making them occasionally, whether we voice the intention to others or not. If the state of your teeth has long been a source of distress for you, make this the year to change your smile with Invisalign. Here are just some good reasons why this clear orthodontic treatment can be the best resolution you’ve ever made.
Orthodontics are always associated with teens, but it’s never too late for parents to find out if they too qualify for orthodontic treatment. When you want a straight smile, you should have it. It’s very likely there are braces that will deliver the treatment and results you’ve long been envisioning. Even better if you and someone you love can get braces together.
A palatal expander is the first step of orthodontic treatment for many young patients. This appliance allows for the alteration of a child’s jaw growth, so it is in the right place, comfortable, and creates enough room for erupting permanent teeth to be guided into proper alignment. After a year or two – a time during which the mouth continues to develop on its own – it will be time to talk about full braces.
