Orthodontist

Bite Problems to Correct in Adults

Common Orthodontic Problems in Adults In the past, many adults have mistakenly believed that orthodontic treatment is reserved for children, teens, and young adults alone. This is no longer the case. In 2016, nearly 1.7 million adults were receiving treatment for orthodontic issues. Today, with that number continuing to grow, it has become clear that this outdated belief has changed. Nowadays, no one is too old for braces. While adults can present with issues that may compromise the safety of teeth and the surrounding bone if not accurately diagnosed and addressed beforehand, orthodontic treatment is very safe when a patient…

Invisalign SmartForce® Attachments

How Invisalign SmartForce® Attachments Benefit Patients Within the span of just 20 years, Invisalign has become one of the top choices for those looking to straighten their teeth. Due to its minimalistic appearance and capability of being removed at a moment’s notice throughout treatment, this transparent appliance is used in more than 45 countries around the world. From a lifestyle perspective, it is often selected by older teens and adults who are seeking a versatile appliance. In terms of effectiveness, Invisalign can do many (but not all) things well. When used in the right situations and when a patient is cooperative…

Can Overbites be Corrected with Invisalign?

The Advantages and Limitations of Invisalign Overbites, along with many other orthodontic issues, may be corrected with Invisalign. As a relatively new system, Invisalign has taken the field of orthodontics by storm with its ingenuity and ease of use. The cutting-edge technology behind this virtually invisible appliance is attractive for many, especially older teens, and adults. These age groups often want the benefit of having a beautiful smile created without the appearance of traditional braces. However, it should be emphasized that good orthodontic treatment is not accomplished by the material used. Rather, quality treatment and excellent results are dependent on…

Lingual Braces Pros and Cons

Find the Best Braces for You Keeping Up Appearances in Orthodontics More people than ever before are seeking out orthodontic treatment to achieve a beautiful, straight smile. Given the large influx of new orthodontic patients in recent years, practices like Burke & Redford Orthodontists have had the goal of incorporating new, cutting-edge options that will work for every case that comes into their private practice. In today’s culture, appearance plays a significant role in the overall confidence of people, whether they are self-conscious teens or busy business professionals. Because of this, options that help to maintain an inconspicuous appearance are…

How to Tell if Your Child Needs Braces

Common Signs and Orthodontic Treatment Recommendations How Do I Know if My Child Needs Braces? It can sometimes be difficult for parents to determine whether their own child needs braces. While most parents think of the tween and teen years as the prime time for orthodontics, there are many good reasons children should be seen even sooner. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends kids be seen for an initial checkup with an orthodontic specialist at no later than age 7. Even if a young child’s teeth appear straight, there could be subtle problems with jaw growth or with the permanent…

In-Ovation System Braces

Self-Ligating Braces What is the In-Ovation System? The In-Ovation braces system is an established orthodontic technology that is constantly evolving and improving, and it is the perfect option for our on-the-go patients. This system helps our orthodontists achieve beautifully straight smiles and it allows patients to spend little time in the dental chair at each visit and have fewer overall orthodontic adjustment appointments. This braces system offers all these benefits and more. Utilizing state-of-the-art, self-ligating technology, the teeth are discreetly moved into their intended place with ease. Although the system functions similarly to traditional braces, the use of technologically advanced…

How Do Teeth Move?

Learn How Braces Move Teeth In order to understood how braces move teeth, it is important to understand why teeth are able to move at all. Teeth are essentially held in place by what is known as the periodontal ligament. This ligament is what connects the roots of each tooth to the surrounding jawbone. The fibrous tissue within the ligament that holds teeth in place is resilient yet malleable. This allows teeth to easily move when pressure is applied. How Teeth Become Crooked Genetics and the early loss of baby teeth are two of the main factors that cause teeth…

Signs You May Need Braces

Types of Teeth Conditions That Need Braces More people today, both young and old, are currently going through orthodontic treatment and wearing braces than ever before in US history. Each year, more than 4 million people in the United States alone receive orthodontic care for one reason or another. Out of this number, over a quarter of these people are adults. This is a new development, considering people who wore braces in the past were often older children and teenagers. Now, due to increased access, growing popularity, and advanced treatment techniques, adults are beginning to take their smile into consideration…

Ceramic vs. Metal Braces

What are Ceramic Braces? As technology advances in the world of orthodontics, more and more options are being developed for correcting crooked teeth in the least noticeable ways possible. For some patients, especially older adolescents, and adults, one of the main obstacles to wearing braces is the appearance of the appliance. Because of this, these patients seek options that offer a minimalistic, imperceptible look. Children tend to be more accepting and in many cases are in fact excited about the idea of braces that are visible and able to be decorated with colors. For these kids, traditional metal braces, which…

Temporary Anchorage Device

TADs Temporary anchorage devices, or TADs for short, were approved for use in orthodontics by the Food and Drug Administration in 2004. Since that time, they have been effectively used to treat patients with great success. Though the name “temporary anchorage device” may sound odd, this appliance is essentially a tiny mini screw, which is made of high-quality titanium. Titanium is used because of its bioinert nature. This means it will not leak harmful substances into the gums or trigger inflammation around the area into which it was inserted. Other names often used to describe TADs are orthodontic mini implants…

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