Why Straight Teeth?
TO SOME, IT MIGHT seem like the benefits of having straight teeth are purely…
A Quick Round of Orthodontic FAQs
A LOT OF PEOPLE don’t know very much about how orthodontic treatment works, which…
Are Oral Piercings Worth the Risks?
WHY WOULD DENTAL health professionals want to weigh in on oral piercings? There aren’t…
Why Do We Get Crooked Teeth?
IT’S NOT ALWAYS fair or logical, but we get judged on our appearance all the time, and having…
Have a Mouth-Healthy Halloween
CAN YOU BELIEVE HALLOWEEN is coming up so soon? It’s always a fun time of year, with the…
How Braces Move Teeth
FORMER AND CURRENT braces-wearers know firsthand how much of an effect a few pieces of metal can…
Impacted Teeth and Orthodontic Treatment
NO TWO SMILES ARE the same, and the teeth that make them don’t always…
The Dangers of DIY Braces
DO-IT-YOURSELF PROJECTS can be wonderful ways to explore creativity, build something new, fix…
Looking Forward to Retainers
THE BEST DAY FOR every orthodontic patient is braces off day, but that’s not where…
Types of Bad Bites and Their Treatments
WHAT IS A BAD BITE? A bad bite, also called a malocclusion, is when the upper and lower teeth don’t fit together the…