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Are All Orthodontic Treatments [the Same]?

A lot of people who need work on their teeth are confused about who they need to go to. There are a few different types of professionals to seek for work on the teeth. First of all, there are dentists. Dentists mostly specialize in aspects like the cleanliness of the teeth, the health of the teeth, and the removal of unnecessary or damaged teeth. You should go to your dentist every year or every 6 months to have them inspected and cleaned. Another professional that specializes in the care of teeth is an orthodontist. Orthodontists focus their time on straightening the teeth. You have probably noticed people with metal brackets in their mouth called braces. This is one of the things that you will have to go to an orthodontist to have done. Because there are different types of dental professionals, some people are confused about them. In this article, we will specifically discuss orthodontic procedures and why they aren’t the same as the procedures you will have at a dentist.

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The [Orthodontic] future is in 3D X-Rays

In past decades, orthodontists were completely dependent on hands-on oral exams and mouth molds to create a patient’s treatment plan. However, with the invention of 3D X-rays in orthodontics, today’s orthodontist can actually see your mouth as it is with the use of X-ray technology! Your orthodontist can use this 3D computer model to examine your orthodontic treatment. He or she can see from every angle and choose the approach that is best for your individual needs and goals. For orthodontic specialists today, this makes 3D X-ray technology a real industry “game changer.”

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What are Temporary Anchorage Devices (TAD’s)?

If you’re considering having your teeth straightened at some time in the future, TAD’s are items that are designed to help move your teeth into their correct position. They can either be used when you’re wearing braces to assist with treatment or in the place of headgear. This treatment has gained popularity over the past decade or so. And maybe something that you would like to consider once you have a better understanding of how TADs work and what they entail. You should also speak with your orthodontist about this treatment if you believe that it would help improve your smile or correct your bite.

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What Are [Orthodontic] Rubber Bands – How Do They Work?

Did you know that elastics were used before braces for teeth alignment? These elastic bands were first used in 1843 by Dr. Edward Maynard to align the top and bottom row teeth. In 1850, Dr. E.J Tucker further enhanced this technique by making the bands smaller to make them more comfortable in the patient’s mouth.

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[Braces] – What Happens Post treatment?

Every orthodontic patient looks forward to the day when their braces finally come off. Whether your treatment took a few months or over a year, this is certainly a special moment that deserves to be celebrated. After all, you made a commitment to improving your oral health, and you saw it through.

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7 Tips for Brushing Your Teeth [with Braces]

There are some people who were born with perfect teeth, and unfortunately, there are some people who weren’t. If your child has an overbite, an underbite, crowded teeth, or gaps in their teeth, you should make an appointment for a consultation with an orthodontist. In most cases, they will recommend braces for your child.

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Understanding Braces and Speech [Issues]

When you and your children hear that braces are coming up in their near future, you may both have a variety of concerns. For example, kids are often nervous about how they are going to eat their favorite foods. As a parent, you may have concerns about your children’s speech; you may assume that since they are having devices placed on their teeth, they will struggle to speak correctly.

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6 Awesome Treatment Options [After Braces Come off]

You remember the days when you wore braces. At first, you may have felt as though you were the only kid in school with braces on, but slowly, all of your friends started to make regular visits to the orthodontist as well. Yet a major difference exists between them and you. They are happy with their results, and you are still staring in the mirror wondering what is wrong with your teeth.

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What is the Right Time for an [Orthodontist] Checkup?

Whenever a child’s teeth emerge, they start to shape the jaw line and make various changes which may or may not cause problems in the future. It is important to have a child screened and evaluated by an orthodontic specialist very early. It is never too late to have a checkup though and most experts will recommend having an orthodontic checkup before age seven, as an orthodontist can determine whether or not there may be issues down the line that may cause discomfort or dangers to the bite.

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Braces Will Change Your Smile? [ 4 Facts]

Many of us look to celebrities for fashion, hair and makeup ideas, and we often end up zeroing in on their perfect, pearly whites.

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