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What Every Parent Should Know — A Balanced Perspective from Dr. Ryan Redford When “airway orthodontics” becomes a marketing slogan, many parents feel pressure or fear. But as Dr. Ryan Redford at Burke & Redford Orthodontists often reminds families, good care starts with clear evidence, not hype. In our Temecula and Lake Elsinore offices, we believe airway analysis has a role, but only when it is combined with the full orthodontic and medical context. Dr. Ryan Redford will discuss: What “airway orthodontics” claims, and which deserve skepticism How structural factors, growth, and soft tissues interact in breathing When orthodontic tools…
Why Burke & Redford Orthodontists Favor Careful Planning versus Same‑Day Braces Slow Down to Speed Up How to avoid unexpected issues for your child and save months of frustration tomorrow. Convenience vs. Precision When parents call an orthodontic office, they often hear: “Great news! Your child can leave with braces on today.” At first, it sounds efficient: one visit, no second opinion, no chance for a teenager to change their mind. Dr. Ryan Redford, a board-certified orthodontist and partner at Burke & Redford Orthodontists in Temecula and Lake Elsinore, has seen the hidden cost of rushing. Second Opinions Provide Clarity Families frequently arrive for second opinions, confused that treatment already…
From the quiet biology labs at Brigham Young University to the treatment bays of Burke & Redford Orthodontists, Dr. Ryan Redford’s journey has been shaped by curiosity, rigorous training, and a genuine love of working with kids and teenagers. Today Dr. Redford is one of fewer than 40 percent of U.S. orthodontists who have earned voluntary board certification from the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO). Parents across Temecula, Lake Elsinore, Murrieta, and the wider Inland Empire trust him for the same reason his professors once did: he brings science-driven precision and a calm bedside manner to every growing smile. Early…
Miniscrews (TADs) have transformed modern orthodontics by giving doctors a tiny, temporary “handle” on the bone—letting them move teeth with unprecedented precision and safety. At Burke & Redford Orthodontists in Temecula and Lake Elsinore, Dr. Ryan Redford uses these devices to close open bites, close missing tooth sites, and finish smiles that once required headgear or jaw surgery. Let us explain what miniscrews are, how they work, why 3-D imaging is essential for safe placement, and how Dr. Redford combines miniscrews with self-ligating Damon braces or Invisalign® to give Inland-Empire kids and teenagers great results in complicated cases. This orthodontic…
Causes, Detection, and Management of Root Resorption By Dr. Ryan Redford & Dr. Michael Burke – Burke & Redford Orthodontists, Temecula & Lake Elsinore, California Why Parents Should Understand Root Resorption Most families visit an orthodontist to straighten teeth and improve a child’s bite. Few arrive knowing anything about root resorption, yet it is an important concept for long-term dental health. In simplest terms, root resorption is the shortening or loss of tooth-root structure. A small amount is considered normal during orthodontic therapy; excessive loss, however, can threaten the stability of a tooth. At Burke & Redford Orthodontists, we believe…
Why Age 7 Is the Magic Number for Your Child’s First Orthodontic Visit Outgrowing Myths Ask ten parents when a child should see an orthodontist and you may get ten different answers: “Middle school—after all the baby teeth are gone.” “High school, when they’re ready for braces in yearbook photos.” “Only if the dentist spots a problem.” While well-intentioned, these answers overlook an important fact: facial growth does not pause until the teenage years. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that every child receive an orthodontic evaluation no later than age 7. At Burke & Redford Orthodontists,…
How 3-D Imaging Transforms Diagnosis and Treatment A New Era of Clarity in Orthodontics A generation ago, orthodontists worked almost entirely from two-dimensional X-rays and plaster models. Today, cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) provides a three-dimensional map of the teeth and jaws—often in less than ten seconds. At Burke & Redford Orthodontists, our CBCT images could be considered as the “MRI of the smile”: a crystal-clear window into complex anatomy that traditional images can only hint at. Parents who visit our Temecula or Lake Elsinore offices may wonder, “Why does my child need a 3D scan?” This article answers that…
What is Orthodontic Biomechanics? Orthodontic biomechanics is the science of applying controlled, gentle forces to move teeth. These forces act on the periodontal ligament (PDL) and surrounding alveolar bone to bring about desired changes in tooth position. Tooth movement occurs when pressure on one side of a tooth causes bone to break down (resorption), and tension on the other side leads to new bone growth (apposition). This dual process allows the tooth to shift without compromising the health of the bone or gums. How Teeth Move: The Biological Response Each tooth is anchored to the jawbone by the periodontal ligament.…
Dentoalveolar compensation plays a critical role in modern orthodontics, helping correct skeletal discrepancies without requiring surgical intervention. At Burke & Redford Orthodontists, with offices in Temecula and Lake Elsinore, California, Dr. Ryan Redford and Dr. Michael Burke specialize in using dentoalveolar compensation techniques to provide effective, non-surgical solutions for children and teenagers with jaw misalignments. Expert Orthodontic Care for Kids and Teens at Burke & Redford Orthodontists Balancing Skeletal Discrepancies By leveraging self-ligating braces (Damon braces, ceramic braces, and metal braces) and Invisalign for Teens, Burke & Redford Orthodontists offer customized treatment plans that guide teeth into esthetic alignment while…
Segmented Arch Mechanics in Severe Malocclusions A Modern Solution for Kids and Teenagers At Burke & Redford Orthodontists, providing personalized, advanced care for kids and teenagers is at the heart of our practice. Orthodontic issues in children can vary from simple crowding to severe malocclusions that require innovative approaches. Segmented arch mechanics is one such advanced technique used to address complex orthodontic cases. This method, combined with modern treatments like Damon braces, self-ligating ceramic braces, self-ligating metal braces, and Invisalign for teens, ensures effective and precise results for growing smiles. What is Segmented Arch Mechanics? Segmented arch mechanics is a…