Teeth straightening has never been more convenient or accessible. With clear aligner technology, doctors can now deliver quality orthodontic treatment directly to patients without the need for in-person office visits. When wearing clear aligners around the clock, there are some basic guidelines you need to follow. For example, you have to remove the aligners each […]
By Featured Writer Dr. Maxwell If you had braces before but your smile isn’t as straight as it used to be, you might be a particularly good candidate for clear aligners. When teeth become crooked again after braces, Orthodontists call this “relapse. “Relapse usually happens because a retainer is lost or not used. Many people […]
Everyone wants to have a smile that they love and are proud to show off. A straight smile helps boost confidence, achieve better oral health, and more. Today many adults are looking to straighten their teeth but think they are too old to wear braces or have their teeth straightened. So how old is too […]
Teeth aligners are a popular choice for those looking to straighten their teeth or correct a different orthodontic problem to achieve a better smile. They work just as well as braces in many cases and offer the advantages of being more discreet, convenient, and affordable. The better fitting the aligners, the better the results. If […]
"I only need to straighten my upper teeth. How much does it cost if I just do one arch?" We are frequently asked some version of this question, along with the inevitable follow-up question: "If I'm only treating half my teeth, it should be half the cost, right?" On the surface, that seems like a reasonable and […]
Standards of care exist to protect patients and make doctors accountable. So higher standards of care can only be a good thing, right? The reality is more nuanced. Particularly when you factor in access and value (both real and perceived).
Your aligners are on their way and you're excited to get started. Here are a few important things you should keep in mind as you step onto the path to straight teeth and a more confident smile...
Most of us understand the importance of an attractive smile. But how well do we understand the importance of oral health in the context of overall health?
Anyone that has spent time researching the efficacy of clear aligners has probably come across the 1-star reviews and patient horror stories that are out there. A common theme in these horror stories is “they messed up my bite.” These stories can really freak you out if you are considering home clear aligner therapy. Should […]
Clear braces. Invisible aligners. Clear Aligners. Invisible braces. Invisalign. Marketers nowadays treat these terms interchangeably in an attempt to capture search engine traffic. But they actually refer to very different modalities of orthodontic treatment. Let's start from the beginning.
Teeth straightening has never been more convenient or accessible. With clear aligner technology, doctors can now deliver quality orthodontic treatment directly to patients without the need for in-person office visits. When wearing clear aligners around the clock, there are some basic guidelines you need to follow. For example, you have to remove the aligners each […]
By Featured Writer Dr. Maxwell If you had braces before but your smile isn’t as straight as it used to be, you might be a particularly good candidate for clear aligners. When teeth become crooked again after braces, Orthodontists call this “relapse. “Relapse usually happens because a retainer is lost or not used. Many people […]
Everyone wants to have a smile that they love and are proud to show off. A straight smile helps boost confidence, achieve better oral health, and more. Today many adults are looking to straighten their teeth but think they are too old to wear braces or have their teeth straightened. So how old is too […]
Teeth aligners are a popular choice for those looking to straighten their teeth or correct a different orthodontic problem to achieve a better smile. They work just as well as braces in many cases and offer the advantages of being more discreet, convenient, and affordable. The better fitting the aligners, the better the results. If […]
"I only need to straighten my upper teeth. How much does it cost if I just do one arch?" We are frequently asked some version of this question, along with the inevitable follow-up question: "If I'm only treating half my teeth, it should be half the cost, right?" On the surface, that seems like a reasonable and […]
Standards of care exist to protect patients and make doctors accountable. So higher standards of care can only be a good thing, right? The reality is more nuanced. Particularly when you factor in access and value (both real and perceived).
Your aligners are on their way and you're excited to get started. Here are a few important things you should keep in mind as you step onto the path to straight teeth and a more confident smile...
Most of us understand the importance of an attractive smile. But how well do we understand the importance of oral health in the context of overall health?
Anyone that has spent time researching the efficacy of clear aligners has probably come across the 1-star reviews and patient horror stories that are out there. A common theme in these horror stories is “they messed up my bite.” These stories can really freak you out if you are considering home clear aligner therapy. Should […]
Clear braces. Invisible aligners. Clear Aligners. Invisible braces. Invisalign. Marketers nowadays treat these terms interchangeably in an attempt to capture search engine traffic. But they actually refer to very different modalities of orthodontic treatment. Let's start from the beginning.
