If you have braces and have lost all your baby teeth, you may be surprised to feel a familiar sensation that you thought you’d outgrown: loose teeth. But while wiggly teeth as a kid meant a new tooth was coming in, it means something a bit different when you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment. Here’s what you need to know about why your teeth might be feeling this way, and whether or not you should be concerned about it.

If you ask any traditional braces wearer, chances are they have an embarrassing story about having food stuck in their brackets, or the frustration of cleaning around their wires. One of the benefits of Angel Aligners is that you don’t have to deal with the complicated cleaning process of regular braces. That’s because clear aligners easily remove for meals, beverages, and oral health care. But just because your aligners will stay cleaner than wire and bracket braces doesn’t mean you don’t still need to care for your teeth during your treatment. In fact, flossing well while wearing clear aligners is an absolute must.

Traditional metal braces are a tried-and-proven orthodontic method that has allowed millions of patients to enjoy the oral and overall health benefits that come from having properly aligned teeth. While braces are renowned for being effective, they are also well-known for being rather uncomfortable when you first start wearing them. Here’s a quick guide to what you can expect during your first week with braces as well as a few pointers for getting through it as comfortably as possible.

When people first get their braces, they’re often given all kinds of instruction for how to properly take care of them. They’re often told that there’s a list of foods that orthodontic patients need to avoid and care tips to keep in mind or else they might snap a wire.

However, they’re rarely told what they need to do if that should ever come to pass, leaving them a little unprepared if their braces break. If you’re in that situation, here’s what your next steps should be.

Adult braces have experienced a surge in popularity, with more and more patients opting for orthodontic treatment later in life. But why is that? Aren’t braces for kids and teenagers? While popular culture would have you believe this, it simply isn’t true. Read on to learn why more adults are beginning their orthodontic journey now than ever before.

Congratulations on completing your orthodontic treatment! You’ve finally achieved a beautiful, straight smile with the help of your orthodontist. However, your journey to a perfect smile doesn’t end when your braces come off or you finish your Invisalign treatment. In fact, it’s just as important to wear your retainer as directed by your orthodontist. But what’s so important about a retainer? Read on to find out!

Everyone knows that braces can fix dental alignment issues like overbites, underbites, crossbites, gaps, and the like, but they may not be clear on the oral health problems these misalignments can cause. In addition to making your smile more beautiful, orthodontic treatments can address the root cause of painful oral health issues that interfere with patients’ everyday lives. Here’s a brief guide to a few of the oral health problems misalignments can cause and how orthodontics can help.

If you’ve found that your teeth have shifted out of their positions over time, you’re not alone. The human body is always changing, and the way the face grows and develops as it gets older can alter the alignment of a person’s smile. This can be especially frustrating for anyone who spent a few years in braces to achieve a straighter and healthier smile. Here’s a brief guide to why teeth can shift out of position as well as a few ways to prevent or treat the problem.

“How much do braces cost?” That might seem like a straightforward question with a straightforward answer, but that is not always the case. In fact, you probably will not know how much your orthodontic treatment will cost until you attend a consultation with your care orthodontist. That is because several factors can have a bearing on the price of your care, including the following:

Whether you’re heading out of town for the holidays, hosting loved ones at your home, or celebrating with just a few close friends, the last few weeks of 2023 may be packed with to-dos. Since following your Invisalign treatment plan can take a backseat amid the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s important to be proactive. With this in mind, here’s some helpful information on how to navigate the holidays with Invisalign!