Braces used to be something that most orthodontics patients wanted to hide. But these days, a wide range of color options gives braces wearers an opportunity to express themselves. Both kids and grownups are using colored braces as a fashion accessory and a fun expression of their unique personal style. Color plays a big part...
It is rare that someone has perfectly aligned teeth. Overbites are actually quite common, scaling from mild to severe. An overbite is what doctors call a “vertical misalignment” of the teeth. It occurs when the upper teeth overlap the bottom more than they should. Over the past few years, a number of at-home treatments and...
If you’ve been using Smile Direct Club clear aligners, you have likely heard about the Smile Direct bankruptcy. The company’s decision to shut down happened suddenly leaving thousands wondering what to do about their treatment. With Smile Direct, all communication with the company was online or through a phone app. Patients never saw a dentist...
Orthodontic treatments, including braces, have been transforming smiles and improving oral health for decades. Among the many dental issues that braces fix, one common concern is an underbite. An underbite occurs when the lower teeth andjaw stick out further forward than the upper teeth, creating an imbalance in the bite. Braces can correct an underbite,...
When it comes to wearing braces, many people want to know which color of braces will make their teeth appear whiter. While braces colors primarily serve as a means of self-expression and style, some shades can create the illusion of whiter teeth. Explore the variety of braces colors and find out which hues can help...
Is there anything more frightening than saying “no” to candy around Halloween? For kids with braces, that horror is all too real! Braces wearers and their parents will be pleased to learn that not all sweet treats are off-limits. What Halloween candy can you eat with braces? It turns out that there are quite a...
The desire for straight teeth is nearly universal. For many years, the only option for correcting crooked teeth was metal braces. While braces are very effective, they are also very noticeable. These days, with new options available for straightening teeth, patients may wonder: are there any braces that are clear? Whether for an image-conscious teenager...
Making the choice to start Invisalign treatment is the first step toward straighter teeth. New users learn that they must keep the clear plastic aligners in for 20 to 22 hours each day. Dentists also tell patients to remove Invisalign when eating. But what about drinking? Is it okay to have a morning coffee or...
There are plenty of options for correcting cosmetic dental issues like crowded or crooked teeth. Braces are one of the most common tools used by orthodontists. Braces can be placed on the front of the patient’s teeth, or, in the case of lingual braces, hidden behind the teeth. Another less visible alternative uses plastic trays...
The two most common orthodontic treatments for misaligned, crooked, or rotated teeth are braces and Invisalign (or other transparent aligner systems like byte). Many people, adults especially, prefer Invisalign because it is discrete and removable. But how long it take can matter, too. While Invisalign can work faster than braces, that is not always the...