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The Risk for Gum Disease Increases While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 26, 2018.
Your child has had braces for a few months and making good progress with correcting a poor bite (malocclusion), but you’ve also noticed something else: his gums are becoming
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Orthodontics and Your Teen
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 16, 2018.
In many ways, the teenage years are the best time to have orthodontic treatment. It’s a good time emotionally because your teen is likely to have friends who also
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Jamie Foxx Chips a Tooth - This Time by Accident!
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Sep. 06, 2018.
Some people are lucky — they never seem to have a mishap, dental or otherwise. But for the rest of us, accidents just happen sometimes. Take actor Jamie Foxx,
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Why a Bonded Retainer Might be a Better Choice After Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 27, 2018.
A lot of time and effort goes into straightening your smile. But there’s a possibility it might not stay that way—and all that hard work could be lost. The
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An Assortment of Orthodontic Tools helps us Solve Complex Bite Problems
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 17, 2018.
There are an assortment of techniques and treatments in an orthodontist's toolkit, braces being the most common and best known. Of course, there wouldn't be any tools at all
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How to Reduce Tooth White Spots While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Aug. 07, 2018.
When your braces finally come off, you’ll hopefully be astounded by what you see –once-crooked teeth replaced by a more attractive smile. But you might also see something you
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Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 28, 2018.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently,
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Palatal Expansion Could Head Off Future Orthodontic Treatment
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 18, 2018.
People mainly identify orthodontics with braces. But while they’re a major part of it, braces aren’t the only way this important dental specialty can make a difference in a
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Be on the Alert for Gum Disease While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jul. 08, 2018.
On your way to a more attractive smile, you’ll have to deal with some inconveniences while wearing braces like avoiding certain foods or habits or dealing with possible embarrassment
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Understanding the Aging Process Leads to More Effective Orthodontics
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 28, 2018.
If you’ve ever looked at younger photos of yourself, you’re sure to notice differences with your present appearance. Of course, your basic features might appear much the same. But
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Dental Injury Is Just a Temporary Setback for Basketball Star Kevin Love
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 18, 2018.
The March 27th game started off pretty well for NBA star Kevin Love. His team, the Cleveland Cavaliers, were coming off a 5-game winning streak as they faced the
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Closing the Gap Between Front Teeth Can Create a More Attractive Smile
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Jun. 08, 2018.
Many otherwise attractive smiles have one noticeable blemish — a large gap between the two upper front teeth. If you have such a gap, there’s a solution that could
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A Retainer Helps you Keep Your New Smile after the Braces Come Off
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 29, 2018.
It’s a big moment after months of wearing braces to finally get a glimpse of your new smile. The crooked teeth and poor bite are gone — and in
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White Spots on Your Teeth After Braces May Be An Early Sign of Enamel Loss
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 19, 2018.
After months of treatment we’ve removed your braces and your new smile emerges. Upon closer view, however, you notice a number of chalky white spots on your teeth.
These pale
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Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
Author:
Anonymous
posted: May 09, 2018.
It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories,
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Be Vigilant with Dental Care While Wearing Braces
Author:
Anonymous
posted: Apr. 29, 2018.
If you or a family member wears braces, you're used to visiting your orthodontist for adjustments and progress monitoring. But it's just as important that you continue regular visits
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