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 –
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 –
Orthodontists use retainers to help keep your teeth stay in their new position after braces are removed. A standard retainer that is used often is a hawley retainer. This retainer is made of acrylic and wire. It is very durable and can last – CONTINUE READING –
Young children fall all the time when they are playing and starting to learn to walk. When a young child falls, they could hit their front primary teeth causing a primary tooth to become ankylosed. Usually the traumatic event is not – CONTINUE READING –
Many people wonder how braces work? How do they move teeth with braces? Here is some information that will help you understand the mechanics of braces.
Having your braces removed is an exciting time. You’ve waited a long time and finally the time has arrived. Yay!! Some patients, before their braces are removed, will ask their friends about getting their braces off and their friends may – CONTINUE READING –
It’s the weekend. Something just happened with your braces and it feels odd. Then you notice, a wire is poking your cheeks. Ouch. Orthodontic breakage is common and can happen at inconvenient times. Most orthodontic patients will have problems with their wires – CONTINUE READING –
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 –
Patients that develop sores in the corners of their mouth may have a condition called angular cheilitis. Angular Cheilitis is also known as angular stomatitis or perleche. Angular cheilitis is a bacterial or fungus infection of the corners of the mouth. – CONTINUE READING –
Orthodontic treatment is a long endevor and good information known upfront can be beneficial in obtaining a good experience and good results. Here are some questions you should consider asking your potential orthodontist. 1. Did you graduate from a recognized – CONTINUE READING –