Fox 11 LA discusses the danger of DIY braces. The reality behind do it yourself braces can end up costing you more than you think. It’s unskilled. It’s dangerous. It can lead to bone loss, gum disease and tooth loss.
In this age of do-it-yourself everything, orthodontists say teeth straightening is one task you should leave to the professionals. While these beautifying projects might be cheap at first, they carry a risk that could ultimately cost thousands of dollars, said... More
ABC30 in Fresno discusses the disturbing trend of DIY braces in children and young adults. Dr. Bayrakdarian, of Unique Orthodontics introduces us to one of his young patients who super-glued earring backs to her teeth, and used rubber hair bands to try to close the gap in her front teeth, causing damage to her gums, and the potential to lose her teeth.
KSEE 24 in Fresno discusses the disturbing trend of DIY braces in children and young adults. Dr. Bayrakdarian, of Unique Orthodontics introduces us to one of his young patients who super-glued earring backs to her teeth, and used rubber hair... More
Orthodontists around the country are warning people of a disturbing new trend floating around the internet and social media – “do it yourself” braces. Doctors say there are videos online that supposedly teach you how to use different things to... More
Dr. Sheldon Salins gave his advice for stress reduction and helping to prevent the long-term damage from grinding your teeth. “People can become aware of this parafunctional habit from sore jaw muscles when they wake in the morning—or their partner... More
In this age of do-it-yourself everything, orthodontists declare teeth straightening is one task you should leave to the professionals. While these beautifying projects might be cheap at first, they carry a risk that could ultimately cost thousands of dollars,... More
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Orthodontics can be necessary for performers at any age and the many questions about how to manage braces while auditioning and filming can cause a lot of confusion and anxiety. Dr. Dovi Prero of Prero Orthodontics in Beverly Hills joined... More
ABC7 San Francisco speaks to a patient that tried to straighten his teeth with rubber bands, causing him to lose two front teeth! The AAO president warns patients against trying these methods themselves, and discusses the alarming rise in the DIY teeth straightening trend.