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A Long-Term Orthodontic Strategy Could Help Ensure an Attractive Smile Later in Life
posted: Jun. 27, 2020.
Orthodontics relies on certain mechanics in the mouth to move teeth to better positions. As the specialty has advanced, we've become ever more precise in moving teeth with braces, Read more -
There's a Good Reason for Adults to Consider Orthodontics - Better Oral Health
posted: Jun. 17, 2020.
You’ve had crooked teeth since you could remember. Perhaps you and your parents talked about braces when you were a teenager, but it never happened. Now you’re well into Read more -
NHL Iron Man Keith Yandle Suffers Dental Trauma on Ice
posted: Jun. 07, 2020.
Professional Hockey player Keith Yandle is the current NHL “iron man”—that is, he has earned the distinction of playing in the most consecutive games. On November 23, Yandle was Read more -
Get Ahead of Bite Problems with Interceptive Orthodontics
posted: May 28, 2020.
At any given time some 4 million teens and pre-teens are wearing braces or other orthodontic appliances to correct a malocclusion (poor bite). While most cases are straightforward, some Read more -
Practice Daily Hygiene to Avoid Gum Swelling While Wearing Braces
posted: May 18, 2020.
Straightening your smile doesn't happen overnight—it can involve months or even years of orthodontic treatment. And although the end result is well worth it, the long process can make Read more -
Keep Watch for Bite Problems with your Child's Teeth
posted: May 08, 2020.
Around ages 6 to 8, a child's primary teeth will begin to loosen to make way for their permanent teeth. If all goes well, the new set will come Read more -
The Real Truth Behind Ed Helms' Missing Tooth in "The Hangover"
posted: Apr. 28, 2020.
Ed Helms is best known for his role as the self-absorbed, Ivy League sales rep, Andy Bernard, on television's The Office. But to millions of fans he's also Stu, Read more -
New "Behind the Teeth" Braces Could Give You the Advantage of "Invisibility"
posted: Apr. 18, 2020.
Orthodontic braces are a familiar sight, especially among tweens and teens: metal brackets and wires attached to the front of the teeth for all to see. Now imagine the Read more -
Dealing with the Reality of Increased Disease Risk with Braces
posted: Apr. 08, 2020.
Wearing braces is all about the future: you undergo many months of treatment to gain a lifetime of better mouth function and a more attractive smile. In the meantime, though, Read more -
A Bonded Retainer Might Work for You after Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Mar. 29, 2020.
If you want to keep that new smile after orthodontic treatment, you’ll need to wear a retainer for awhile. Teeth have a tendency to “rebound” to their old positions Read more -
How Veneers Restored Howie Mandel's Winning Smile
posted: Mar. 19, 2020.
You probably wouldn't be surprised to hear that someone playing hockey, racing motocross or duking it out in an ultimate fighter match had a tooth knocked out. But acting Read more -
Removing Teeth Could Improve the Outcome for a Crowded Bite
posted: Mar. 09, 2020.
The primary goal of dental care is to preserve teeth. But there are circumstances in which removing a tooth, even a relatively healthy one, could prove best in the Read more -
Transform Your Smile and Dental Health by Correcting Your Bad Bite
posted: Feb. 28, 2020.
When planning for your new smile, we look at more than the condition of individual teeth. We also step back for the bigger “bite” picture: how do the teeth Read more -
Don't Allow Your Age to Stop You from a New Smile with Orthodontics
posted: Feb. 18, 2020.
Think you’re too old to have your teeth straightened? In reality, healthy teeth can be moved at any age to better positions. For the many adults who have some Read more -
Find Out How These Famous Celebrities Protect Their Smiles From Teeth Grinding
posted: Feb. 08, 2020.
The fast-paced world of sports and entertainment isn’t all glitz and glamour. These high-profile industries create a unique kind of emotional and mental stress on celebrities. For many of Read more -
Extracting Certain Teeth can Boost Orthodontic Effectiveness
posted: Jan. 29, 2020.
We treat most malocclusions (bad bites) with braces or clear aligners. But not all malocclusions are alike — some can require extra procedures to achieve successful results. One such example Read more