Lip Bumper
What happens when a patient’s lower teeth are significantly crowded, but there are several baby teeth still present, and the family does not want to have two separate sets of…
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MARA (Mandibular Anterior Repositioning Appliance)
What Does a MARA Appliance Do? A MARA appliance is a dental device used to correct overbites. It works by encouraging the patient to reposition the lower jaw forward into…
The Damon System: A Comprehensive Guide to Self-Ligating Braces
Self-ligating braces are a specialized bracket system that have become increasingly popular over the last 20 years. The Damon System is a name brand of self-ligating braces available in two…
How Orthodontic Treatment Can Help Asymmetrical Faces
What Is an Asymmetrical Face? Symmetry is generally defined as “balanced proportions.” When it comes to human faces, symmetry means that the two sides of a face are in balance.…
Pendulum Appliance
Orthodontic Appliance One of the primary tasks of an orthodontist is to address issues related to malocclusions. Malocclusion is a fancy term for “bad bite.” To correct bite issues, orthodontists…
Nance Holding Arch
What Is a Nance Arch? Orthodontists use a variety of specialized appliances to treat specific orthodontic issues. Some of these appliances—such as the Nance holding arch—are used to preserve space…
Lower Lingual Holding Arch
What is a Lower Lingual Holding Arch? A lower lingual holding arch is an orthodontic appliance that helps to maintain space in the mouth. A less technical term would be…
Glossary of Orthodontic Terms
Understanding Orthodontic Treatment Terms Most people have a general understanding of common orthodontic terms, such as braces or Invisalign. However, most people are not familiar with many of the more…
Floss for Braces
How to Floss with Braces Flossing with braces can be more challenging than flossing without braces, especially for younger children. Most orthodontists who treat young kids recommend that parents help…
Dental Midline
Dental Midline Definition A non-medical definition of the dental midline is a vertical dividing line between one side of the face and the other. Running from the top of the…