Because of the personal nature of orthodontics, people close to you will likely have strong feelings – good and bad – about their orthodontic experience. You want to make sure you’re spending your time and money well. To make sure you do, here are some things to consider when you need to pick an orthodontist.
Don’t Trust Online Orthodontists
With benefits such as reduced treatment time and lower cost, it’s easy to see why at-home orthodontics is growing in popularity. However, Tisseront Orthodontics is joining the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) in warning you about the potential harm DIY braces can cause.
What Is It Like to Visit an Orthodontist as an Adult?
More adults than ever are choosing to pursue orthodontic treatment. Many patients choose to receive orthodontic care as adults due to oral issues, but you don’t need a reason to go!
Staying Safe and Healthy with Clear Aligners During Covid-19
A crucial part of your routine with clear aligners such as Invisalign is making sure that your teeth and implements remain clean throughout the day. As we all know, Covid-19 has caused changes to every aspect of our daily lives, and taking care of your aligners is no exception! We’re here to explain the impact of Covid-19 on…
Bad Habits to Break Whether You Have Braces Or Not
Everyone has a bad habit they would like to break, whether it’s biting your nails or smoking. Some bad habits are especially bad for your teeth, and can interfere with orthodontic treatment or even make braces necessary when you didn’t need them before! Keep on reading to discover our top five bad habits you absolutely must break to preserve the health of your teeth.
Crossbite Explained: Characteristics & Treatments
Underbites are easy to spot and overbites are just the opposite, but what are crossbites? Crossbites are just another way our teeth may become misaligned. The teeth “cross” over each other, usually due to the jaw becoming smaller in different areas of the mouth.
What Counts as an Oral Health Emergency?
If you crack a tooth or your wisdom teeth hurt so much you can’t sleep, these are obviously medical emergencies, but how can you take care of common orthodontic problems at home? In this article, we list some likely scenarios and what you can do to relieve your discomfort.
Staying Active With Braces
It’s understandable that you want to do everything you can to protect your child’s mouth and braces, so you may be reluctant to allow them to continue playing sports. However, we all know that staying healthy is important! You shouldn’t let a fear of accidents prevent your child from receiving the physical and social benefits…
What Is It Like to Visit an Orthodontist as an Adult?
More adults than ever are choosing to pursue orthodontic treatment; the American Association of Orthodontists states that 20% of orthodontic patients are over the age of 21. Any professional orthodontist is committed to providing the very best care possible for his or her patients, and this includes the recognition that adult patients may need different…
Don’t Panic! How to Handle Orthodontic Emergencies
Don’t Panic! How to Handle Orthodontic Emergencies All orthodontists do their best to make sure that your experience with braces is as easy and painless as possible, but sometimes emergencies are inevitable. Orthodontic emergencies can be scary, especially if they are painful, but the best thing you can do if one occurs is to avoid…
