AS A CULTURE, we tend to think of braces as a teenage experience, so it can be surprising to learn that the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that children have an initial orthodontic consultation by age seven. If a child is starting to develop complicated orthodontic problems, this early checkup allows the orthodontist to head […]

MANY ADULTS MISTAKENLY believe that they missed their chance to get braces because they didn’t have them as teenagers. However, the number of adult orthodontic patients has risen dramatically over the last few decades, and today we’re going to debunk all of your excuses for not getting braces and show you why orthodontic treatment is still a wonderful option […]

  IF YOU’RE OUT OF your teens, you might think you missed your chance for straight teeth, but that’s not true! Modern orthodontic treatment is for adults as well as teens. And even if you had braces before, your teeth might still shift over time, which is another reason to consider treatment as an adult.  How […]

Orthodontic work is a rite of passage for many individuals. Metal mouth smiles make a regular appearance in middle school and high school yearbooks as kids eagerly await the day they get them removed. While metal braces are one way to straighten teeth, Invisalign is becoming a popular alternative to traditional orthodontia techniques. What is Invisalign? […]

Taking Care of Your Teeth with BracesGetting braces is almost a rite of passage for middle school or high school students. Braces do a remarkable job of straightening teeth and correcting the bite, but your orthodontist needs your help to give you the best possible results. Keeping your braces, teeth, and gums healthy is critical […]