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Are Wisdom Teeth Genetic?

A person’s third set of molars, also known as wisdom teeth, can appear later in life. They usually appear in our early 20s or late teens. That is the age when people can be considered adults, ergo the moniker wisdom teeth. However, it might surprise you that there are...

Invisalign, the Clear Option During the Summer Season

The summer can be a busy, but exciting time! Between family gatherings and BBQ parties, it seems there is always something on the agenda this time of year.  No one wants to worry about their smile while making all those memories! With Invisalign, your Orthodontist can...

What is the Best Age to Start Orthodontics?

This is a great question that many parents ask! After all, you see people of all ages wearing traditional or clear braces and it can make you wonder if age actually matters. And, in fact, it does. Getting braces as an adult is better than nothing if you need them....

5 Things I Wish Had Known Before Getting Invisalign

Your smile is important. It’s the first thing that makes an impression on other people. It gives you confidence. What if your smile isn’t as straight as you want it to be? While braces have been a tried-and-true orthodontic treatment to straighten teeth, they may not...

How Old Do You Have to Be to Get Braces?

How much of an overbite is normal? Parents can become concerned about their children’s dental health and wonder if their kids need braces when they have an excessive overbite. Your orthodontist can diagnose the condition of your child’s teeth thoroughly and recommend...

Invisalign Before and After Overbite

Invisible aligners, or Invisalign, provide a revolutionary treatment option for correcting patients’ dental issues. These custom-made, clear braces can align teeth into their correct place over time. However, they offer distinct advantages over metal braces, such as...

What is the CAO?

The California Association of Orthodontists (CAO) is the California component of the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)—the largest and oldest dental specialty organization. The CAO represents nearly 1,500 orthodontic members who practice in California. CAO members are specialists who have completed dental school and then successfully completed 2–3 years of additional training at an accredited orthodontic residency program. Our members are experts in diagnosing and treating all orthodontic problems in patients of all ages—from child to adult. Whether a patient is considering clear aligners or traditional braces, orthodontists have the expertise and the treatment options to make sure they get their best smile.

Become A Member

CAO is a component of the American Association of Orthodontists and Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists. Members receive an abundance of resources to assist in building and maintaining their orthodontic practices. Orthodontists practicing in California join at the national (AAO) level and are automatically admitted to the constituent (PCSO) and component (CAO) organizations, gaining access to member benefits for each organization.

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WHEN SHOULD YOUR CHILD first see the orthodontist? Normally, at age seven! #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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THE FIXED OR BONDED RETAINER is virtually invisible and consists of a small wire bonded to the tongue side of the lower and sometimes upper front teeth. #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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ADVANCEMENTS IN orthodontics have made the use of headgear pretty rare! 😮 It’s still prescribed for some patients, but not as often as it used to be. #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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ORTHODONTIST FACT: Straightening teeth is a mix of dentistry, engineering and art! #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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HERE ARE SOME reasons why it`s important to align your teeth! Give us a call to schedule an appointment. #StraightTeeth #BenefitsOfStraightTeeth #orthodontist #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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HAVING A GREAT SMILE will literally change your life! Orthodontic treatment can transform your health, looks and confidence! #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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BITTING DOWN ON a hard nut or seed can easily break a band or bracket off from the tooth, and even bend the arch-wires! #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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DID YOU KNOW YOU can match your braces bands to your swimsuit? You’ll be looking great this summer with your new brackets and stylish suit! #braces #bands #orthodontics #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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YOU WON`T BE ABLE to see your clear braces, but you will be able to see the clear results. #ClearBraces #VisibleResults #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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REMEMBER THAT your retainer is just as important as your braces. It continues to keep your teeth straight when your braces come off so please don`t forget to wear it! #retainer #braces #StraightTeeth #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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STRAIGHT TEETH are healthier teeth. When teeth are less crowded, it’s easier to effectively clean them! #StraightTeeth #cavities #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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THERE’S NOTHING AS FRUSTRATING as food stuck in your braces! Fortunately, proxabrushes can reach under wires and around brackets! #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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IF YOUR SMILE DOESN`T become you, give us a call! We`ll do whatever we can to make sure you love your teeth! #smile #LoveYourTeeth #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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Check out how Invisalign may help your overbite on our blog #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile
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BRACES, PIECE BY PIECE: Here`s the archwire! It`s the track that guides the direction teeth move. #braces #BenefitsOfBraces #StraightTeeth #orthodontics #healthysmile #aligningteeth #CAO #findorthodontist #orthodontist #CaliforniaAssociationofOrthodontists #braces #aligners #invisalign #straightteeth #smile ...

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