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We May Be Able To Treat Some Bite Problems Early
posted: Apr. 17, 2021.
In any given year, 4 million tweens and teens are in the process of having their teeth straightened with braces or clear aligners. It's so common we tend to Read more -
Some Bite Problems May Require the Help of Other Tools in Conjunction With Braces
posted: Feb. 16, 2021.
If you're into social media, you might have run across the idea that there's nothing to straightening your teeth. According to some SM influencers, you can even do it Read more -
2 Kinds of Orthodontic Retainers That Can Protect Your New Smile
posted: Aug. 20, 2020.
While retainers are often viewed as a nuisance, they’re crucial to protect the gains made with bite correction. Without them, all of the progress achieved through braces or clear Read more -
You Can Have a Straighter Smile - Just Like the Queen of England
posted: Aug. 10, 2020.
The monarchs of the world experience the same health issues as their subjects—but they often tend to be hush-hush about it. Recently, though, the normally reticent Queen Elizabeth II Read more -
Crazy Little Thing Called... Hyperdontia?
posted: May 22, 2020.
The movie Bohemian Rhapsody celebrates the iconic rock band Queen and its legendary lead vocalist, Freddie Mercury. But when we see pictures of the flamboyant singer, many fans both Read more -
Removing One or More Teeth Could Improve Orthodontic Outcomes
posted: Feb. 02, 2020.
Moving teeth through orthodontics may involve more than simply wearing braces. There are many bite conditions that require extra measures before, during or after traditional orthodontic treatment to improve Read more -
Lady Gaga Wasn't "Born This Way?"
posted: Jul. 07, 2019.
Sometimes, looking at old pictures can really bring memories back to life. Just ask Stefani Germanotta—the pop diva better known as Lady Gaga. In one scene from the recent Read more -
Early Orthodontic Techniques Could Stop Growing Bite Problems
posted: Jun. 27, 2019.
The longer many health problems go on, the worse they become. Treating them as early as possible could stop or slow their development. That holds true for poor bites: while Read more -
How Shawn Mendes and Miley Cyrus Got Their Stellar Smiles
posted: May 28, 2019.
The 2019 Grammy Awards was a star-studded night packed with memorable performances. One standout came from the young Canadian singer Shawn Mendes, who sang a powerful duet of his Read more -
Your Age Doesn't Have to Keep You from a Straighter Smile
posted: Mar. 29, 2019.
Bite problems are quite common—as many as 75% of adults may have some form of orthodontic issue. Unfortunately, there's also something else just as common: that many people believe Read more -
If You're Considering Braces, Here's How They Work
posted: May 22, 2018.
If you or a family member has problems with teeth alignment or your bite, you may be considering braces. This tried and true method can straighten out most smiles Read more -
Why
posted: Aug. 14, 2017.
Mayim Bialik has spent a good part of her life in front of TV cameras: first as the child star of the hit comedy series Blossom, and more recently Read more -
How Kathy Bates Retains Her Movie-Star Smile
posted: Nov. 15, 2016.
In her decades-long career, renowned actress Kathy Bates has won Golden Globes, Emmys, and many other honors. Bates began acting in her twenties, but didn't achieve national recognition until Read more -
The Dangers of DIY Braces
posted: Jan. 19, 2016.
Let’s say you’ve always wanted to have straighter teeth, and you’re wondering if it’s time to seek help from a dentist or orthodontist. So you search online and find Read more -
Your Other Teeth May Need Straightening Before Replacing a Missing Tooth
posted: Nov. 20, 2015.
You’re ready to have that missing tooth replaced with a dental implant or other life-like restoration. But we may first have to address another problem — moving the teeth Read more