Choosing between braces, porcelain veneers, composite veneers or snap on veneers to close a gap in teeth? Discover which treatment will work best for the size of your gap, and the shape and color of your teeth.
When it comes to the color of your teeth, what you eat and how you treat your teeth can play a vital role. Unfortunately, genetics and age can too. The best place to start when it comes to keeping your teeth their brightest is a good oral hygiene routine. Other lifestyle changes and tips can also make a difference.
Many patients have come to my office for retreatment after having mail-order dental aligners placed in their mouths. These patients weren’t properly diagnosed, underlying conditions and pathologies weren’t identified, and the necessary type of treatment wasn’t provided.
A crossbite often presents during childhood and does not correct itself as the child gets older. There are different kinds of crossbites and they can affect both the front and back teeth, posing possible health risks.
Retainers are crucial part of any type of orthodontic treatment in order to prevent your teeth from shifting and going back to their original position. But what is a retainer and why do you really need one?
An open bite is a form of malocclusion that occurs when the upper and lower teeth do not come together. In addition to affecting your smile, an open bite can cause complications with eating and speech.
When it comes to teeth alignment, tooth enamel, gum disease, and even missing or extra teeth, teeth and genetics can go hand in hand. Knowing that you have a history of poor tooth genetics can help you and your dentist protect your teeth and keep you smiling, despite the genes your parents shared with you.
A deep bite, also known as increased overbite, is the most common malocclusion found in both children and adults. While many may consider a deep bite nothing more than a cosmetic factor affecting a smile, a deep bite is much more than that, and, if left untreated, can result in many different dental, jaw, and facial complications.
Years ago, if you had crooked or crowded teeth and wanted to achieve a beautiful smile, braces and a mouth full of metal were your only option. Besides traditional metal braces, nowadays, there are many different treatment options you can choose from such as ceramic braces, lingual braces, or Invisalign.
While many people think orthodontics is simply straightening teeth and making a pretty smile, that is only part of this dental specialty. Besides improving your smile, orthodontics work to treat malocclusions and misalignments.
If you’re curious about starting your smile journey, book a consult with our team today.
