Frequently Asked Questions About a Gap Between Teeth
If you're concerned about a gap between teeth in your own mouth or your child's, don't worry; it's generally a simple problem to fix. This condition, also known as diastema, is one of a number of bite and tooth alignment problems that orthodontists treat. It's always best to be proactive [...]
Some Simple Healthy Lunch Ideas for Kids with Braces
As you probably know, many gooey, gummy, chewy, sticky, and hard foods can easily cause problems with braces. This rules out a number of things that kids typically like to eat, making it just a little harder to come up with meal ideas your son or daughter will go for. [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Crowding
There are a number of bite problems that orthodontists treat. One of the more common is known as dental crowding, also referred to as overcrowding, tooth crowding, or crowded teeth. If you or your child have signs of overcrowded teeth, consult an orthodontist as soon as you can. This is [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Crossbites
Orthodontists treat a number of malocclusions, or problems with the way a person's teeth align when the jaws are closed. Crossbites are one example, and they're fairly common. If you suspect your child has this dental condition, or you've recently been given the diagnosis, below is some introductory information about [...]
Foods for Healthy Teeth that You can Eat with Braces
Healthy gums and teeth are an important part of your overall health, as well as a cosmetic concern. Everyone knows that proper brushing, flossing, and antimicrobial mouthwash are essential ways to promote oral health and prevent cavities and gum disease. But, as with every other aspect of your health, what [...]
Why Summer Is a Great Time to Get Braces for Your Child
We'd just like to take this opportunity to remind everyone why summer is a great time to get braces for your child! If your son or daughter has one of the many types of bite problems that orthodontists treat, it's often a good idea to use their summer break to [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Underbites
Orthodontists treat a variety of bite problems. One such problem is an underbite, also known in more scientific lingo as a Class III malocclusion or a prognathism. Underbites aren't as common or well-known as their counterpart—overbites—but like any jaw and tooth alignment problem, they need to be taken seriously. Here's [...]
Frequently Asked Questions About Overbites
Overbites, sometimes also called deep bites, are one of the most common types of bite problems that orthodontists treat. If you know or suspect that your child has this condition, here's some basic information about overbites to help you understand it, as well as your options for correcting it. What [...]
Some Simple Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids with Braces
Everyone knows that it's important to steer clear of certain snack items like gum, gummies, hard or sticky candy, and nuts when you have braces. And really, that's not so bad from the parents' standpoint, since so much of the off-limits stuff is junk food anyway. So, what should you [...]
Answering Some Frequently Asked Questions About Braces
If you suspect or know that your child (or you) will need orthodontic intervention for one of the various types of bite problems that can be corrected with braces, you probably have some questions. The most thorough and accurate answers are only available after a consultation, because many details about [...]