How Can I Ensure I Won’t Have Stains After Braces?

How Can I Ensure I Won’t Have Stains After Braces?

Patients often ask if they are likely to see stains on their teeth after their braces have been removed. The short answer is no if you follow good oral hygiene and diet. Plaque and food not cleaned from teeth can cause permanent, unsightly marks on any teeth. How...
Is Orthodontics Only About Aesthetics?

Is Orthodontics Only About Aesthetics?

It’s a common question. People want to know if they need orthodontics for any medical reason or is the treatment purely for cosmetic reasons. Aesthetics is a Big Part of Orthodontics There is no denying that in many cases orthodontics is only related to aesthetics....
The Different Phases of Orthodontic Treatment

The Different Phases of Orthodontic Treatment

Orthodontic treatment is a step-by-step system. While every orthodontic case differs from the next, the journey patients take is quite similar. Here we will walk you through the three phases of orthodontic treatment so you know what to expect at each stage. Phase 1...
How Orthodontics can Make People Happy

How Orthodontics can Make People Happy

It’s a fact of life that appearance has a significant impact on many people’s level of happiness. They can spend hours of their day dwelling on the body parts they aren’t happy about. While they can’t have longer legs or different skin color, teeth are one area which...

How Do Braces Actually Work?

Braces can achieve incredible results for patients who would otherwise ensure a lifetime of cosmetic and medical problems. It’s no wonder people want to know how the biomechanics of braces work. So here’s a broken-down version to help you understand the process....
What is an Orthodontist? (3 Years That Matter!)

What is an Orthodontist? (3 Years That Matter!)

An orthodontist is a specialist who diagnoses and treats dental and facial irregularities. Orthodontists hold a general dentist degree and also a specialist degree that provides the training they need to give the best outcome for patients of all ages seeking...
Closing Gaps in Teeth With Braces – Here’s How!

Closing Gaps in Teeth With Braces – Here’s How!

Gaps between teeth can be a concern in terms of form and function. Often the best way to close spaces between teeth is with braces. Other methods exist, but it depends on your desired outcome. Read on to find out how we can help you achieve your ideal smile. What is...
How to Get My Braces off Faster

How to Get My Braces off Faster

For braces to work properly they need time to straighten and align your teeth. There is no magic fix; braces usually need around 18 months to do their job. This length of time can feel like an eternity but, after treatment, you will enjoy a straight smile for the rest...
Do Wisdom Teeth Affect Braces – Debunking the Myths

Do Wisdom Teeth Affect Braces – Debunking the Myths

It’s true, wisdom teeth can cause a range of problems for much of the population. However, not everyone has to go to the trouble and expense of having wisdom teeth removed, regardless of whether you have orthodontic treatment. There are many half-truths and myths...