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Your Best Teeth Straightening Options A common misconception we experience at Burke & Redford Orthodontists is the belief that teeth straightening is only for teens and tweens. Our effort to educate current and future patients is what drives us to keep them informed of the latest dental technology and options for all adults, too. Patients often ask about teeth straightening braces cost and details about the best teeth alignment braces solution. Depending upon the patient’s current oral condition and desired outcome, treatment options are different for everyone. Dr. Redford and Dr. Burke offer Invisalign, self-ligating braces (such as Damon braces),…
Ceramic Orthodontic Braces Dental issues such as misalignment, malocclusion, and gaps between the teeth can cause problems with chewing, as well as self-esteem issues. Some adolescents and adults might want to straighten their teeth but may not want to get metal braces since they are noticeable. One alternative to metal braces is ceramic braces, also called clear bracket braces. What are ceramic braces? They are a type of braces that are made of ceramic to match the color of your own teeth. During the initial consultation, Dr. Redford and Dr. Burke help patients understand ceramic orthodontic braces and whether these…
Find Out if You Need an Orthodontist Determining if braces are needed for adults and children is an important decision that should be made with the help of an experienced, licensed, and reputable orthodontist. Every adult, teenager, and even child wants an aesthetically pleasing smile, but orthodontic care goes beyond correcting crooked teeth. If you’re asking yourself, do I need braces, we will be happy to help answer your questions below. Proper alignment of the teeth and jaw are vital to our oral health. Overly crowded teeth are difficult to clean, which leads to gum disease, and jaw misalignment issues…
Questions to Ask When Choosing An Orthodontist Choosing the right orthodontist for your family might seem overwhelming. To help make the process easier, we’ve compiled a list of questions to ask when choosing an orthodontist. Our orthodontists have been in business for 30 years and are known as the best orthodontists in Temecula and Lake Elsinore–all over Southern California. The purpose of these questions is to help families identify an orthodontist that: Is qualified and trained in orthodontic treatment Uses the latest technology Offers flexible payment options Assists with insurance Has a great reputation Treats patients of all ages Throughout…
Getting Your Braces Off Faster People with braces want to enjoy the benefits of their improved smile as soon as possible. Virtually no one wants to wear braces longer than needed. In fact, most patients would prefer to have their braces off as quickly as possible. Dr. Redford and Dr. Burke have a safe alternative known as accelerated orthodontics for their patients. Treatment with braces usually takes between 18 and 24 months. Many factors—ranging from environmental to genetic—play a role in how quickly teeth move into the proper positions. However, the most significant factor is how complex the issues are…
Guiding Lower Jaw Growth Braces and Invisalign are not the only ways that orthodontists improve the smiles of their patients. Several different orthodontic appliances are used to help correct various issues, such as malocclusions (bad bites) and jaws that are too narrow. To help educate our patients, Burke & Redford Orthodontists has been providing information about the different orthodontic appliances that may be used during a patient’s treatment. This article focuses on the Herbst appliance. Problems Corrected with the Herbst Appliance The Herbst appliance is most often used to correct moderate or severe overbites, which is when the lower teeth…
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 variety of orthodontic appliances are used to accomplish different goals—from widening the jaw to preserving space in the mouth. Burke & Redford Orthodontists want their patients to feel comfortable with the appliances that might be used during treatment. Patient education is an integral part of our mission. In this blog post, we’re going to focus on two appliances that are used to maintain space in the lower and upper dental…
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 now have adults comprising 25% or more of their patient base. According to the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO), 1,690,000 adults received orthodontic treatment in 2016. Since then, this number has risen—with adults being the fastest growing segment of orthodontic patients. Orthodontists are even treating patients in their 60s, 70s, and 80s! Burke & Redford Orthodontists is one of the top orthodontic practices treating a growing numbers of adult patients.…
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 certain types of teeth retainers. Getting a beautiful smile took time, effort, and financial investment. Patients want to protect their investment and keep their teeth aligned and stable for the rest of their lives. The key to maintaining that new smile is a retainer. Without the use of dental retainers, newly straightened teeth can shift back to their original positions. Teeth are most vulnerable for the first several months after…
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 bites) and ensuring all teeth erupt normally and safely. Early orthodontic treatment is called interceptive orthodontics. The goal of interceptive orthodontics is to fix developing problems earlier rather than later. This means patients normally do not need to undergo more extensive interventions when they get older. Also, orthodontists can easily and predictably accomplish some things in younger children that aren’t always possible with older patients. Since 1991, Burke & Redford…