Most people have four wisdom teeth, – two on the top, and two on the bottom – although some people can have less, or even none at all. Wisdom teeth are also known as your “third molars,” because they can be found in the way back of your mouth behind your other molars. If you’re ...
When I was younger, I had horrible looking, crooked front teeth. Actually, my entire mouth was a mess, and I was in desperate need of orthodontic treatment. My first trip to the orthodontist was when I was 14 years old. I needed braces! What a surprise! So I went through 2 years of metal tearing ...
About 4.5 million people in the United States are wearing braces right now. Chances are, after they get their braces off, they will need some sort of retainer afterwards. Retainers are made of plastic, metal, or a combination of both to keep your teeth aligned once braces are removed. Just like a snowflake, no two ...
So, your braces are finally off, and your teeth are looking perfect. You think you’re home free…until your orthodontist presents you with your new set of clear retainers. Called Essix or Invisalign retainers, they are quickly replacing the more expensive traditional wire, or Hawley retainers. Though almost invisible once worn, adjusting to these retainers can ...
I’ve been wearing Invisalign trays for about 3 months now, and I have gone through several different cleaning methods. Here are the techniques that worked for me and will work for you, too. Before I go over cleaning techniques, I’ll give you an overview on what exactly Invisalign is. Invisalign is a way to straighten ...
So it’s finally time to get your braces taken off, after months, maybe years, of wearing them. Congratulations! But there are a few things you need to know about post-orthodontic care for your teeth. Your orthodontist has probably already told you that you’ll be needing a retainer to keep your teeth straight and in line. ...
For parents it may not really matter which one your child gets, just as long as it is covered by the insurance. But nowadays kids worry greatly about their appearance. With invisalign however comes a lot more responsibility, and there is a difference in the cost. This article helps to highlight some of the pros ...