Types of Braces: Which Option Fits You Best?
Quick Answer: Metal, ceramic, and gold-colored braces stay fixed to the teeth, while clear aligners are removable. The best choice depends on the movements your…
-
-
What Qualifies as an Orthodontic Emergency?
Accidents happen. Even if you take the best possible care of your braces, something may go wrong with your braces that will require immediate repair….
-
What Is Cosmetic Orthodontics and What Can It Improve?
Cosmetic orthodontics moves teeth into better positions to improve the appearance of your smile while also considering how your teeth and bite fit together. It…
-
Traditional Braces for Adults
Traditional braces for adults are a great opportunity to both get the orthodontic treatment that might not have happened when you were younger or to…
-
What Are the Benefits of Clear Aligners?
Quick Answer: Clear aligners are less noticeable than fixed braces, removable for meals and cleaning, and easier to work around during daily oral care. Their…
-
Traditional Braces for Teens: What Parents Should Know
Quick Answer: Traditional braces can correct many crowding, spacing, and bite problems in teenagers, but success also depends on cleaning, food choices, regular appointments, and…
-
Loose Bracket, Poking Wire, or Lost Spacer? What to Do
There are a lot of problems you can run into while wearing braces. The wires, the brackets, the bands, the spacers – there are so many parts involved! If something goes wrong, it’s ideal to make an appointment with our orthodontic specialist in Bluffton and Beaufort, SC, for repairs and to check that everything is properly in place. However, in the meantime, there are some steps you can take to handle problems until your appointment.
-
What Is Malocclusion?
Occlusion is the word used to refer to the way your teeth align. Normally, they should be straight, properly aligned, with the upper jaw just slightly overlapping the lower jaw. Malocclusion is a condition where the teeth do not align properly, which leads to issues with your bite. There are different types of malocclusion depending on the way the teeth are misaligned.
-
Is All Orthodontic Treatment the Same?
Quick Answer: No. Orthodontic treatment can differ based on your teeth, bite, jaw development, oral health, treatment goals, and the provider’s recommended approach. Why Can…
