Why can’t I chew gum while wearing Braces?

The Do Not Chew List When a new patient gets their braces placed on their teeth, a Do Not Chew List is usually given to the parent and/or patient. This list is a list of items you should not chew - CONTINUE READING -

What is a Rapid Palatal Expander?

A Rapid Palatal Expander (RPE) is an upper appliance that places pressure on the upper jaw (maxilla) by turning a midline screw. The pressure separates the mid palatal suture thus making the maxilla wider, which can correct crossbites and creat space. RPEs are used often to correct posterior crossbites. - CONTINUE READING -

How Do You Treat White Spots After Braces?

What are these white spots on my teeth? A very common problem that can occur while a patient has braces is the formation of white spots during treatment. When the braces are removed, some patients will have unsightly white spots - CONTINUE READING -

Can Braces Change Your Face?

Posted onDecember 5, 2018December 5, 2018Leave a comment

A question that some patients have is, “Can braces change your face or profile?” Orthodontic treatment can change your face but only in certain areas of the face. Braces can change your face in two areas, around your lips and – CONTINUE READING –

What is a Geographic Tongue?

Posted onJuly 10, 2017July 10, 2017

Geographic tongue is a benign condition of the tongue that makes your tongue look like it has a map drawn on it like the continents of the globe. The condition effects about 1 to 3% of the general population and – CONTINUE READING –

How Does Invisalign Work?

Posted onOctober 4, 2016October 8, 2016

Invisalign is a very well known system of moving teeth but some people do not know how Invisalign works. First, here are some facts about Invisalign. Align Technologies, Inc was founded in 1997 and their first sale was in July – CONTINUE READING –

Problems to Watch for in Growing Children

Posted onOctober 2, 2016

Parents want the best for their child’s teeth. You sometimes wonder if there maybe something you can see early in your child’s mouth that can be fixed early and may prevent future problems. Download this guide to help evaluate potential – CONTINUE READING –

How to Become an Orthodontist

Posted onSeptember 28, 2016September 29, 20161 Comment

28 You’ve been to your orthodontist for many appointments and you thought, wow, this would be a great job. I want to be an orthodontist. Many people, who have had braces, get to see their orthodontist at work. They like – CONTINUE READING –

Does It Hurt When Braces are Removed?

Posted onApril 2, 2014September 16, 2016

Does it hurt when you take braces off? Many patients speak with their good friends and ask if it is painful while they have their braces taken off. Their pals, seizing an opportunity, will say, “Oh yes, it really hurts – CONTINUE READING –

What Do Orthodontic Retainers Do?

Posted onMay 25, 2013September 8, 2016

Many orthodontic patients are excited to have their braces removed. You think, finally I’m done with braces. Not so. You are half way through treatment. You must wear retainers to keep your teeth straight. All patients must go through a period – CONTINUE READING –

How Do You Floss with Braces?

Posted onFebruary 1, 2013September 15, 2016

Many patients understand that extra care is needed when brushing and flossing with braces in place. After they think about flossing, they wonder, how do I floss with the wire in the way? The simple fact is you have to get – CONTINUE READING –

How Long Will My Braces Hurt?

Posted onJanuary 5, 2013September 16, 2016

When a patient initially gets their braces placed on their teeth, they will have some discomfort or sore teeth. The normal period of time to get use to braces, right after they are placed, is about one week or less. – CONTINUE READING –

What are Tooth Mamelons?

Posted onDecember 20, 2012September 16, 2016

When your child’s permanent incisors erupt, you may notice, on the top of the teeth, the incisal edges, has bumps. These bumps are called tooth mamelons. Tooth mamelons vary from patient to patient. Some patient’s mamelons are very prominent and some – CONTINUE READING –

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