Let’s break it down (so your teeth don’t).

What causes a crossbite?

A crossbite can occur from genetics, delayed loss of baby teeth or abnormal eruption of permanent teeth, even prolonged actions like thumb sucking or swallowing in an abnormal way can generate damaging pressure. Teeth can be pushed out of place; bone can be distorted

  This is a true story. While cleaning house, the mom of a teenage boy, who had a set of removable retainers after recently getting his braces off, found an oddly mangled “something” on the steps leading to the home’s second floor. The item appeared to be made of plastic and wire, and something about

Whether you’re thinking about orthodontic treatment, or currently undergoing treatment, you may be wondering, “Will I need to wear retainers after treatment?” The answer is yes, and here’s why. Getting straight teeth is only half the battle; the other half is keeping them straight, and that is where retainers come in.   Changes in tooth position are

Did you ever look in a mirror and think to yourself, “Sure wish I could have had braces when I was a kid”? You can’t go back in time, but you can still get the healthy, beautiful smile you’ve always wished was yours. It’s not too late.

Patients seeking orthodontic treatment rarely report a “deep bite” or “overbite” as their primary concern. Typically, they are more concerned about crowding or crooked teeth. Many are surprised when their orthodontist explains the need to “open” their bite or “level” their lower arch. What is a deep bite?   A deep bite is a malocclusion in which

We are setting the record straight on seven common myths about orthodontic treatment.

YOUR BUSY SCHEDULE NO LONGER HAS TO KEEP YOU FROM A PERFECT SMILE!   Technology has dramatically affected many aspects of daily life. Many tasks take less time.  Advances in technology have allowed six- to ten-week intervals between orthodontic appointments that fit even the busiest of schedules. It’s all about the materials used in today’s

Parents – there’s no need to wait until your child has lost all their baby teeth before you consult an orthodontist. It’s fine to talk to an orthodontist as soon as you think you see a problem in your child. We even offer a complimentary consultation!

  Problems that will eventually need orthodontic attention can become obvious long before a child has all of their permanent teeth. Depending on the type of problem a child has, we may recommend two-phase treatment. It means that treatment is done at two different times, often to take advantage of predictable stages of dental development