Why does my child need an orthodontist? An orthodontist has 2-3 years of specialized training beyond dental school to specifically diagnose and treat bite problems such as an underbite, overbite, cross-bite and crowded or crooked teeth. He is a specialist at straightening teeth and ensuring proper function and aesthetics. Your regular dentist will advise you [...]
Orthodontist « Pediatric and Children's Dentistry Parents are busy people, and making an appointment with an orthodontist for your kids is probably the last thing on your mind. But recent research by Scandinavian researchers suggests that orthodontic intervention in early childhood could be beneficial. As dental health experts have claimed for years, and are now [...]
PICTURE THE BENEFITS OF COMPUTERIZED IMAGING Our computer technology is the most up-to-date available. Our advanced computerized video imaging can be manipulated to show possible changes in the patient's face and teeth; providing a greater understanding about the benefits of orthodontics. New technology is part of our ongoing commitment to patient education. Which is why [...]
Are You the Right Candidate For Braces If you are unhappy with the appearance of your smile there are ways around it. If your teeth are crooked or uneven, chipped or broken, you have missing teeth or gaps between teeth, or your teeth are stained and discolored, there are remedies to this. You no longer [...]
Are You Looking for A Great Orthodontist In San Antonio BEST ORTHODONTIST Finding the best orthodontist should not be difficult. We take the time needed with our patients and their families to make sure they feel informed about their orthodontic options, comfortable with our doctor and staff and confident when they decided to get orthodontic [...]
Orthodontic Problems - Quick Reference Guide During the course of treatment your braces will go through a lot of wear and tear; this is completely normal. Because of this we want to provide you with a go-to-guide of what should be treated as an urgent problem or what can wait until your next appointment. More [...]
Invisalign vs Braces The fight is on between Invisalign vs braces. Invisalign, a breakthrough technology developed by Align Technology, which specializes in medical devices, could be a blessing for all who dread to take up the companionship of metal braces in order to align their teeth. This smooth, clear and almost invisible series of braces [...]
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Separators or Spacers Separators have been placed between your teeth in order to move them apart slightly so that orthodontic bands (the metal rings around the back teeth) may be placed at your next appointment. Separators are removed prior to placement of the orthodontic bands. If the separators become loose before your next appointment, please [...]
Caring for Braces Although patients are able to eat or drink many foods while in orthodontic treatment, there are certain eating habits that are known to cause breakage of orthodontic appliances and braces as well as increasing the risk of dental problems. Our aim is to allow our patients to achieve the treatment goals with [...]
