For many youngsters, braces are part of growing up. With a smile considered one of the building blocks to developing self-esteem and self-confidence, parents make the investment to straighten their child’s teeth. Nearly 4 million young people between the ages of 6 and 18 wear braces, according to the American Association of Orthodontics. Also, statistics… Continue reading Clearing Up 5 Myths About Wearing Braces
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How Young Is Too Young for Orthodontic Treatment?
Step into a middle school and you’ll likely see plenty of smiles accented by braces. But parents who put off a trip to the orthodontist until their child is on the cusp of the teen years could be waiting for too long. Plenty of problems can start developing – long before a child’s permanent teeth… Continue reading How Young Is Too Young for Orthodontic Treatment?
5 Keys to Protecting Your Investment in Your Child’s Braces
Braces are a major investment for families. According to a survey by the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, the average price ranges between $5,000 and $6,000. At costs like those, it’s definitely an investment worth protecting. The road to straight teeth and a nice smile can be a jagged journey – and even more expensive –… Continue reading 5 Keys to Protecting Your Investment in Your Child’s Braces
Brace Yourself, Parents: Halloween and Orthodontic Repairs Are Coming
Braces are designed to straighten teeth, but Halloween sometimes makes parents clench theirs in frustration. With the fun night of trick-or-treat around the corner, the annual concern of moms, dads and orthodontists is what kinds of candy the kids will eat. In any bag of goodies there’s always potential bad news – sugary delights that… Continue reading Brace Yourself, Parents: Halloween and Orthodontic Repairs Are Coming
Braces Have Changed, from Metal to Tooth-Colored to Clear
If you’re interested in wearing adult braces, this Consumer Update from the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will tell you what you need to know: Your dentist tells you that you need braces, bringing back not-so-fond memories of kids being called “Metal Mouth.” Take heart. Braces have evolved over the years and new alternatives… Continue reading Braces Have Changed, from Metal to Tooth-Colored to Clear
How Braces Can Change Your Life at Any Age
Did you know that teeth can be moved at any age? In fact, more and more adults are seeking orthodontic treatment, sometimes well into their 70’s, proving that if you are unhappy with your teeth, it’s never too late to re-align your smile. Many of my adult patients feel the desire to return to orthodontics… Continue reading How Braces Can Change Your Life at Any Age
Six Ways a Smile Can Change Your Life
“A smile plays a critical role in how we feel about ourselves and how others see us,” says Dr. Leslie Pitner, an orthodontist and author of Improve Your Smile, Transform Your Life: A Life-Changing Guide to Orthodontics for Adults (www.drpitner.com). Pitner says adults whose teeth – and consequently their smile – could benefit from braces… Continue reading Six Ways a Smile Can Change Your Life
4 Myths about Adult Braces
Country music fans noticed something different about Faith Hill’s smile a few years back when she showed up for the Country Music awards. The popular singer wore braces, adding her name to the growing number of adults who decided to straighten their teeth through the traditional “mouth hardware” usually associated with children and teenagers. There… Continue reading 4 Myths about Adult Braces
The Best Remedies for Bad Breath
Although bad breath (also known as halitosis) may sometimes be a symptom of serious illnesses such as lung disease, diabetes or liver failure, the cause is usually much more benign. According to the Mayo Clinic News Network, the breakdown of food particles and other “debris” by bacteria in and around your teeth can cause a… Continue reading The Best Remedies for Bad Breath