Teenage years can be tough. Between school, sports, and social events, who has time for braces? On top of that, many teenagers don’t want braces. We’ve heard it all before, and if your teen wants a better smile but is not too fond of the idea of braces, we have an alternative for you: Invisalign… [Read the full article]

Orthodontics can be a big topic of conversation for parents and kids alike. There is a lot of information out there, and often we find that patients have been misinformed by others or even the internet. In our book, Beyond Braces, we discuss 13 myths that we commonly hear from our patients. In this blog… [Read the full article]

The concept of “DIY Orthodontics” has been gaining popularity recently. You may have seen ads from companies claiming that their system will straighten your teeth in less time, for less money, and you’ll never have to step foot in an orthodontist’s office. While all of this may sound appealing, we urge you to not cut… [Read the full article]

Clunky, painful braces—the ones that come to mind when you hear “metal mouth”—are a thing of the past. There are many different options on the market now for orthodontic treatment, including updated versions of traditional braces, ceramic braces, and clear aligners. One of the most advanced, efficient options to-date is the Damon Bracket System. What… [Read the full article]

Just like any emergency, while we hope it doesn’t happen, we want to be prepared just in case it does. The same goes for an orthodontic emergency! Sometimes things happen unexpectedly—a wire or bracket breaks, there’s unusual pain, or a retainer gets lost. The key is to not panic, and take the following steps and… [Read the full article]

There are many reasons that we have adults come in to get braces. It’s actually much more common than you may think. According to the American Association of Orthodontics, over 27 percent of orthodontic patients in the US and Canada are adults. We are treating more and more adults at our office, too. Whether you… [Read the full article]

The popularity of clear aligners is outstanding and keeps growing. More and more patients come into our office asking for Invisalign by name. We are top providers of Invisalign and are able to offer this extraordinary treatment option to treat complicated cases and patients of all ages. So, how do you know if aligners are… [Read the full article]

Giving back to our community is one of our core values and top priorities at our office. Serving others is at the heart of orthodontics and we are constantly looking for ways to further give back to our community. At the beginning of February, our team volunteered for the 15th year for Smiles for Kids… [Read the full article]

As a parent, your role in your child’s orthodontic treatment far exceeds driving them to appointments (although that’s important, too!). Parents play an integral role in making sure treatment goes smoothly because you see your kid every day, whereas an orthodontist only checks in and makes adjustments every so often. We have little control over… [Read the full article]

When should you start taking your child to the orthodontist? Should you wait until your dentist refers you, or take them when you start to notice crooked teeth or a misaligned bite? According to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), children should be seen by an orthodontist starting at age 7, unless an issue becomes… [Read the full article]