Banded and Bonded Expanders
Appliances for Widening the Upper Jaw When most people think of the orthodontist’s office, they usually think of braces and Invisalign. However, orthodontists use a variety of appliances to achieve…
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Lower Lingual Holding Arch and Nance Arch
Maintaining Space in the Dental Arch Although braces and Invisalign are two of the most well-known orthodontic appliances, they are far from the only ones used to treat patients. A
Orthodontic Treatment for Adults
Orthodontic Benefits for Adults Orthodontic patients have traditionally been teenagers and children. However, during the past two decades, the number of adults seeking orthodontic treatment has steadily increased. Many orthodontists
Types of Teeth Retainers
Maintenance After Braces Come Off A patient’s orthodontic journey isn’t finished once braces come off. This simply concludes the active treatment stage. Now comes the maintenance phase, which includes wearing
Impacted Teeth
What Is An Impacted Tooth? The typical adult mouth has 32 teeth—8 incisors, 4 canines, 8 premolars, 8 molars, and 4 wisdom teeth (also called third molars). Each type of
Interceptive Orthodontics
Early Orthodontic Treatment Shapes a Healthy Smile An orthodontist does much more than straighten teeth. The primary focus of many orthodontic treatments, especially for younger children, is fixing malocclusions (bad
Pediatric Orthodontist
Benefits of Early Orthodontics If your child has straight teeth, it is not necessarily an indication everything is always all right. Early orthodontic screening has many benefits and can find
Dentist vs Orthodontist
What Is An Orthodontist? Many people are unsure about the difference between dentists and orthodontists. Although there are similarities between the two, significant differences relate to education and services provided.
Most Common Orthodontic Problems
Orthodontist Treatments and Correction Some of the most common orthodontic problems that require orthodontic intervention are crowded teeth, impacted teeth, and poor oral habits. Luckily for residents of Temecula and
Foods to Eat and Avoid with Braces
Making Choices Your Orthodontist Will Approve Wearing braces doesn’t mean eating a bland diet of soft foods. However, some restrictions and precautions will prevent damage to brackets and wires. By