Category: Orthodontics
Temporary anchorage devices (TADs), also known as “mini implants,” are titanium devices that are screwed into your gum and jaw. TADs act as…
Teens should begin orthodontic treatment between the age of 11 and 13, especially if they experience oral problems such as a bad bite, tooth gapping,…
Thumb sucking is a damaging habit that can cause tooth and surrounding skeletal structures to develop abnormally as your child grows. If your child…
Is there any image that illustrates the comforts of babyhood better than a sleepy infant sucking his or her thumb? Ultrasound pictures have…
Every so often, in dentistry and other fields, a new technology comes along that promises to change the standard practices. TADS (Temporary…
There’s a new technology that’s (literally) putting a smile on plenty of young faces: A system of clear, removable aligners made especially for…
When you hear the word “orthodontics,” what comes to mind? Probably a young teenager whose teeth are covered by a latticework of metal. There are…
For the vast majority of orthodontic patients, wearing fixed appliances (commonly called braces) will be a major part of treatment — and those…
Elastics
Elastics are small rubber bands that help move teeth into proper alignment. Typically, one side is connected to the top jaw and the other…
What Is an Orthodontist?
Orthodontists are dental specialists who diagnose and treat problems with the position, alignment, and spacing of the…