As a parent, ensuring the optimal oral health and development of your child is a top priority. One vital aspect of their well-being is their dental alignment and bite, which can significantly impact their overall oral health and self-esteem. Many parents wonder when the right time is to consult an orthodontist for their child. Surprisingly, the answer might be earlier... read more »
When it comes to your appearance, having an appealing smile has long been considered a universal symbol of warmth, confidence and approachability. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, straight teeth also play a significant role in your oral health, self-esteem and overall well-being. Let’s look at seven great reasons why having straight teeth matters more than you might think! 1-Oral Health Benefits... read more »
Finding a good orthodontist can sometimes be like trying to locate a veritable needle in a haystack. Some orthodontists may portray themselves as much more polished than others, sometimes fabricating or "fluffing" their educational backgrounds, professional memberships, and other pertinent information that you might base your fact-finding mission on. The good news is, what you might not know is that... read more »
Do you often find yourself dreaming of a perfectly straight smile that will turn heads and light up a room? Are you content with the look of your smile? Thousands of adults nationwide wish they had straighter smiles. When teeth grow into place during developmental stages, they most often crowd together and misalign, making a naturally straight smile highly improbable.... read more »
Congratulations on completing your orthodontic treatment! Your braces (or aligners) are an integral part of your orthodontic treatment since they help keep your teeth in their new alignment. However, it's not uncommon to experience some tightness or discomfort when wearing your retainer after a period of not using it. Why does your retainer feel tight? Several factors can contribute to... read more »
Orthodontic treatment has come a long way from being primarily associated with teenagers. Today, more adults than ever before are seeking orthodontic care to achieve straighter and healthier smiles! If you've ever questioned whether you're too old for orthodontic treatment, let's put those doubts to rest. Age is No Barrier to Success It's a common misconception that orthodontic treatment is... read more »
Back in the day, if you wanted to straighten your teeth, your only option was metal braces, but then Invisalign came along and changed the face of orthodontics. Now, people could get the smiles they’ve always wanted using a treatment that was comfortable, discreet, and did not give them a mouthful of metal. Over the years, two more clear aligner... read more »
Orthodontics treatment isn’t what it used to be. Thanks to advances in orthodontic technology and techniques, today we have more treatment choices than ever before! You can now seamlessly straighten your teeth without changing your eating habits or lifestyle. One of the many great modern orthodontic options offered by our skilled orthodontists, Dr. Jeffrey Shirck, Dr. Soorya Srinivasan and Dr.... read more »
When should you start to be concerned about your child’s smile? The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) strongly recommends that all children have a pediatric orthodontic screening by age 7. When your child turns 7, their teeth and jaws have developed enough to discern if there will be any serious orthodontic problems down the road. In most cases, treatment is... read more »
When it comes to your smile, seeking the orthodontic treatment you need will not only improve your smile's appearance, it will also protect your overall dental health. That's primarily because crooked, spaced, gapped, turned, or misaligned teeth can be hard to clean and maintain and consequently lead to periodontal disease, tooth decay or even tooth loss. Orthodontic problems can... read more »
