Topic: treatments

Self-ligating braces are made from the same materials as traditional braces; however, self-ligating braces do not require the use of elastics, meaning fewer appointments and less friction being placed on the tooth. Self-ligating braces come with traditional metal, ceramic, or clear brackets. They are the same size as metal braces but, with more options, they… Read more »

You already know what it means to be an orthodontist, but what about specializing in dentofacial orthopedics? Upon completion of dental school, some dentists choose to pursue a specialty, which requires additional schooling during a two- to three-year residency program. “Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics” is one of nine dental specialties. While orthodontics entails the management… Read more »

Surgical orthodontics, also known as orthognathic surgery, is a type of orthodontic treatment used to correct severe cases that include bad bites, jaw bone abnormalities, and malocclusion. Oral and maxillofacial surgery is one of the nine dental specialties, and focuses on treating complex craniofacial cases that involve the mouth, jaw, face, and skull. Your orthodontist… Read more »

Our office is pleased to offer our patients passive self-ligating Damon System braces. Damon braces use a slide mechanism instead of elastic ties (or o-rings) to hold the archwire, reducing the amount of pressure exerted on the teeth and allowing the teeth to move more freely, quickly, and comfortably. Thanks to these innovative new braces,… Read more »

Incognito™ the secret behind a beautiful smile! Incognito Orthodontic Braces are placed behind your teeth, so no one will even know you are wearing braces—unless you want them to! These unique braces are created using state-of-the-art technology and are the only 100% customized, invisible, fixed braces system on the market today. Incognito Braces can give… Read more »

Certified Invisalign Provider Consider Invisalign® to get the beautiful straight teeth you’ve always wanted — without braces! A consultation with your doctor can determine if Invisalign® is right for you. What is it? Invisalign uses a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one will notice you’re wearing. So, you can smile more during… Read more »

Crowding of the teeth Patient started treatment at age 11 and wore braces for 26 months. He loves his new smile. Openbite: Front teeth don’t touch Patient sucked her thumb as a young child. She started treatment at age 13. She had braces and a special appliance – called a crib – to retrain the… Read more »