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Orthodontics

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Maximize Your Benefits Before They Expire! At Miami Designer Smiles, we believe everyone deserves access to the highest-quality dental care, and we’re here to help you make the most of your insurance and other benefits before the year ends. Many people don’t realize that they could be missing out on […]

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Mewing is a word that has been trending on social media for weeks, but what is it? Throughout history and in many cultures, a strong, bold jaw has been considered a sign of strength and attractiveness – especially in men. In fact, it is such a desirable trait that some […]

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You might have heard of certain mail-in dental aligner services facing challenges, one of which is no longer in operation. While the convenience of at-home orthodontic treatments might seem appealing, it’s essential to consider the potential downsides. Choosing a trusted and established dental practice like Miami Designer Smiles for your […]

clear aligners

When wearing clear aligners for ortho­dontic treatment, bad breath may occur due to bacterial growth on the surfaces of your tooth enamel and gum tissue. Saliva contains certain types of microorganisms that, when trapped between your aligner and teeth, grow into plaque. What Is Invisalign? Clear aligners like Invisalign are […]

shrinking jaws

“Two’s company, three’s a crowd.” That sums up the problem with wisdom teeth, often called the third molars. In most cases, when these teeth come through the gum line, there isn’t enough space for them to sit properly or comfortably in the mouth. In many cases, when there isn’t room […]

A woman and man stand together smiling in front of a colorful graffiti mural featuring cartoonish monster characters, celebrating their new smiles after successful orthodontic intervention.

While orthodontic interventions may seem like something for the teenage years, the ideal time to talk to an orthodontist is actually much earlier. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have their first visit with an orthodontist by age 6 or 7. Why Should Children See Orthodontists by Age […]

straight teeth

Perfectly straight teeth are a hallmark of a perfect smile. Right? Wrong. Unfortunately, while having perfectly straight teeth means that the smile does indeed look lovely, it doesn’t mean that things are perfect below. What you might not see under that perfect smile is undiagnosed jaw problems, airway issues or […]

If you’re like many people, you have probably lamented at one point or another that there never seems to be enough time in the day to do all the things you need to do. From picking up the dry cleaning to bringing the kids to soccer practice, our to-do lists […]

Miami and Coral Gables, FL It’s not uncommon to want a perfectly straight smile and to achieve that look discreetly and fast. Over the past decade or so, orthodontic options have changed and now allow patients to achieve the smile they want in less time than it takes with traditional […]

To correct a bad bite (teeth not fitting together properly) is obviously an elective decision that focuses on how your face looks, your teeth look and how they actually fit together. This affects the quality of life in a child and their social relationships as they mature. Examples of “Bad […]