by Alexandra Best | Jul 25, 2024 | Braces, Invisalign, Treatment
Has a dental professional ever told you that you have a tongue thrust? A tongue thrust is a habit where you push your tongue against the back of your teeth when you swallow. Normally, your tongue should be pressed against the roof of your mouth when you swallow. Why...
by Alexandra Best | Oct 24, 2023 | Braces, Invisalign, Treatment
Why should you come to your orthodontic appointments? If you have braces, we typically see you every 6-8 weeks. If you are wearing Invisalign aligners, we normally see you about every 12-15 weeks. It is critical to come to your appointments because engaging in...
by Alexandra Best | Jun 13, 2023 | Braces, Invisalign, Treatment
You do not need a referral from your dentist to see an orthodontist! Children: The American Association of Orthodontics recommends bringing your child to see an orthodontist for the first time around the age of 7. This is because many dental problems, like...
by Alexandra Best | Apr 16, 2023 | Braces, General, Invisalign, Treatment
What is a frenum? Frenectomy before braces or Invisalign? Let us first explain what a frenectomy is for. The frenum is the thick band of tissue that lies between the top front teeth and attaches from the gums to the upper lip. For most people, this attachment occurs...
by Alexandra Best | Feb 9, 2023 | Braces, Invisalign, Treatment
Are you debating between braces versus Invisalign and wondering which is better? Here are some pros and cons to both orthodontic options: Braces Pros: Can work slightly fasterLess to keep up with (you don’t have to remember to wear them), better for non-compliant...
by Alexandra Best | Nov 22, 2022 | Braces, General, Invisalign, Treatment
Why do I need top AND bottom braces or Invisalign? That is a frequent question we receive during our free consultations because patients want to know if they have to have orthodontic appliances on both arches. Sometimes a patient will only want to fix a crooked top...
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