Last Updated on March 6, 2019 Maintaining healthy teeth, gum, and jawbone structure begin from infancy and continues into adulthood. It is essentially a lifelong process of visiting your dentist for routine checkups and cleaning and your orthodontist for specialized care. Children, teenagers, and adults typically see their orthodontist for problems such as overcrowding teeth, underbites, overbites, receding…
What Guidelines Help Children? (Remain Cavity-free)
Last Updated on March 6, 2019 What guidelines will help children remain cavity-free? Cavities are one of the most preventable oral health conditions that your child can get, but it does take a strong commitment from you and your child to reduce their risk of developing tooth decay. Today, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines are the most…
Early Orthodontic Assessment and Treatment (Benefits)
Last Updated on March 6, 2019 UPDATED 28-11-18 The Benefits of Early Orthodontic Assessment and Treatment. There are a number of different teeth and jaw conditions that can develop in children as they grow. Many of these conditions can be corrected quickly and easily. With an early assessment and proper orthodontic treatment, a wide range of conditions…
Complete Guide to Oral Health (EPIC TRUTH)
Last Updated on March 6, 2019 Complete Guide to Oral Health. Good oral health is important at any age. The steps a person takes to care for their teeth and gums will benefit them for life. Those who do not care for their teeth can experience tooth decay, tooth loss, and gum disease, which can all cause a…
What Are Orthodontic Elastics? (Rubber Bands)
Last Updated on March 6, 2019 What are orthodontic elastics? When visiting an orthodontist, there are many different appliances that you can and should get for yourself. By working with the pros, you will be able to achieve the beautiful smile that you have always wanted. Whether you’re an adult in braces or have a child…
What are Lingual Braces? (FACTS)
Last Updated on March 6, 2019 What are Lingual braces? If you are considering different treatment options to help you achieve the smile you always wanted, then you must have heard about lingual-braces. But what are these lingual braces? What are their pros and cons? We are going to look at this treatment option and its facts…
Three Reasons You Haven’t Gotten Your Braces Off
Last Updated on December 9, 2018 Three Reasons You Haven’t Gotten Your Braces Off After having worn braces for awhile or a time period that feels like awhile to you, you might start to wonder when you can have the structured removed. Similarly, your kids may regularly ask about the end date of the treatment if…
Why does the orthodontist recommend removing teeth?
Last Updated on June 20, 2018 Why does the orthodontist recommend removing teeth? Most people associate the orthodontist with a professional who aligns and straightens teeth. The idea of removing teeth during orthodontia treatment doesn’t seem to match with the specialty. However, there are numerous instances when your Reston, VA, orthodontist might suggest a removal. Take…
I Don’t Have Any Dental Problem: Should I Still Visit and Orthodontist?
Last Updated on March 18, 2018 I Don’t Have Any Dental Problem: Should I Still Visit an Orthodontist? This is a question that is commonly asked. The answer to this question is yes. Even though you may not think that you do not have any dental problems, the problem may not be something that…
Braces Before and After
Last Updated on December 1, 2017 LAST UPDATED: NOVEMBER 28,2017 Braces are more than just a smile or overbite correction; they inspire confidence – confidence to face the world with a smile on your face, knowing you look your very best. Although we wish it wasn’t so, we all know that kids can be cruel to…
