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…
Orthodontics
Why Do Humans Have 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…
The Time Is Now
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…
More Than Meets the Eye: Secrets Behind 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…
Why Braces By Mail Are a Bad Idea
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…
5 Reasons Mail Order Orthodontics is a Bad Idea
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,…
Correcting a bad bite
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…
Invisalign–How It Works
Invisalign is a relatively new form of orthodontic treatment that is a good option for many people looking to straighten their smiles. Invisalign is an alternative to traditional…
Do I Need a Retainer after Invisalign?
Miami and Coral Gables, FL Any time your teeth are moved with an orthodontic treatment, there is a risk that they will drift back to their original position.…
When Should I Start Seeing Invisalign Results?
You should already be seeing Invisalign results. But if you haven’t had the foresight to have started your Invisalign treatment already, you may be wondering when the results…