Very few dental patients have naturally perfect teeth. You may have heard others say they have an “underbite”. One of the most commonly seen dental alignment concerns is an underbite, which affects about 5 to 10% of the population. An underbite is when the lower jaw protrudes past the upper teeth. This is the opposite of an “overbite,” which is another commonly seen …
Shocking Facts About Teeth Your teeth are probably something you don’t think about very often. That is until they start causing discomfort, pain, or you have an upcoming dentist or orthodontist appointment. But, teeth are actually pretty interesting in addition to being so helpful and necessary for our daily lives. We have compiled a list of the most shocking facts …
Home→Blog→Teeth Health ArticlesKeeping Your Smile in Tip Top Shape After BracesBraces are a large investment when it comes to both time and money. We hear too many stories about people who had braces as a teenager, and years later, they find themselves back in the orthodontist’s chair because their teeth have moved back to where they were before braces. The …
A crossbite is a type of malocclusion (misalignment of teeth). Simply put, the teeth don’t fit together the way they’re supposed to. When a person’s bite is correct, the upper teeth come down slightly over the lower teeth. For someone with a crossbite, that isn’t happening. The top and bottom teeth either don’t come together or do not bite in …
The decision to follow your orthodontist’s recommendation and begin the application of braces if often met with dread and self-consciousness. These feelings usually stem from the look and pain of braces, as well as the length of time the braces will have to be worn. Most recipients of braces are eager to look for ways to shorten the amount of …
I’m sure nearly all our readers have heard of braces, if not known someone who has used them before. Braces are known for being an effective way that patients can fix even their most extreme teeth situation, and, as I’m sure you’ve seen, they can even be stylish at times. However, although braces are effective, they aren’t a magic wand …
Long Term Effects of Thumb Sucking on Teeth AlignmentThumb-sucking: A Common Behavior PatternThumbsucking is common in young children, but does this seemingly benign habit carry possible long-term effects on the alignment of permanent teeth? Sucking one’s thumb or finger is a self-soothing behavioral pattern most frequently encountered in children under four. The child may display this behavior especially often when …
Braces provide much-needed structural repair to the teeth. But there’s more to a great smile than straight teeth. People also want their smile to be a dazzling white. Consider these things if you have braces and want to use whitener.Consider That Braces Are Glued to Your TeethThe little brackets in braces are attached to your teeth with extra-strong glue. You …
Do Wisdom Teeth Move Other Teeth?Wisdom teeth don’t actually move the other teeth in your mouth. It’s a misconception that wisdom teeth cause overlap in other teeth. Wear and tear on teeth as well as growth spurts in the jaw do cause teeth to move, though. Many people choose to wear braces to create a beautiful smile. Braces can improve …
Braces Are Available for Many PeopleDid you know that you can get braces as an adult—or a teen? Though the younger you are, the more likely you are to get the best results in the shortest amount of time, most people will be able to get braces that improve their smile. It is important that your teeth and gums be …
