Having misaligned teeth is no fun, but it’s worth it to go through the process of straightening them out! In the “old days,” there was basically only one option – traditional metal braces. Braces are still a viable and very popular treatment option. That said, many patients are turning to a new alternative that corrects […]
Today, there are numerous effective options for correcting tooth misalignment, including metal braces, clear braces, Invisalign®, and more. But did you know that certain types of misalignment problems are often served best by a particular realignment method? Traditional metal braces are often the most effective option when it comes to correcting extreme tooth overcrowding. (Of […]
Metal braces are the most tried, proven, and traditional way of moving misaligned teeth into their proper position. In some cases, it may also be the most affordable option or the only viable one. For those who wear or soon will wear metal braces, it will be necessary to periodically have their braces readjusted. Many […]
All too often, those with tooth malocclusions (misalignments of various sorts), become embarrassed about the fact and may be a bit “shy to smile.” That really oughtn’t be so, of course, since our worth as people is not based on our physical appearance. Nonetheless, it’s sad that many suffer from tooth misalignments that make them […]
While there are a number of different tooth realignment methods available today – including clear braces and Invisalign® aligner trays, traditional metal braces are still the most popularly used method. Metal braces are much more advanced and complex than most people realize. They have many components, all of which are important in moving your teeth […]
There are many people who would like to correct their tooth misalignment problems but don’t like the idea of wearing metal braces. Although traditional braces can certainly get the job done and are necessary in some situations, the fact is, that there is another way to correct dental malocclusions without braces. It’s called Invisalign®. What […]
There are many problems and risks associated with having misaligned teeth of various types (be it overbite, underbite, spacing, crowding, or something else), making it supremely worth it to undergo tooth realignment treatment. However, there are certainly some discomforts and inconveniences involved in wearing traditional metal braces. While they may still be the best choice […]
Sometimes our natural teeth need a little help in keeping themselves properly aligned. There are, in fact, numerous ways in which teeth can become misaligned or suffer from “malocclusion,” and millions of people will face one or more of these tooth alignment problems at some point in their lives. Dental braces are the answer to […]
Tooth misalignment comes in a variety of forms, ranging from overbite to underbite to crowding to spacing. But regardless of the exact nature of the problem with your teeth, either braces or Invisalign® trays can likely correct it. There are numerous ways to treat tooth misalignment these days. In fact, there are so many that […]
Braces are a wonderful solution to most tooth misalignment problems – at any age, not just for children. And there are many types of braces available today and other alternative solutions like acrylic aligners. But you also have to think beyond braces. How will your life be improved post-braces? Will you have to wear retainers? […]
