Posts Tagged ‘braces’
The Experience of Getting Braces Put On
This article I want to explore the actual process of getting braces put on and some of the main steps involved. First, the orthodontist will apply an adhesive that will bond the band to the tooth. [...]
How Retainers Aid in Bone Remodeling
We have discussed how braces actually move teeth and how the bones breakdown and are recreated to accommodate the new position, which is called bone remodeling. We talked about how the teeth will [...]
How Braces Move Teeth and Bone
Our teeth are seated in our jaw bone and in our skull. How do braces reshape the formation of something that is rooted into bone? This is what I want to find out. Our teeth, when braces are [...]
Braces to Fix the Gap
A few years ago I decided to start going to a dentist regularly. I was paying for dental insurance and thought I might as well get the free teeth cleaning. When I went to see the dentist one of the [...]
Clear Braces Can Help Straighten Teeth
An alternative to getting the typical brackets and wires is to get clear braces. Invisalign® is a clear brace that you wear daily. This alternative to braces can comfortably and discretely [...]
Invisalign: An Alternative to Braces
Straightening your teeth usually means you will need to wear braces for a year or more. These metal wires don’t make the most attractive smile and a person confidence can suffer. They can also be a [...]
Understanding the Classifications of Teeth before Getting Braces
Getting braces can be a nerve-racking experience, and to help with the mystery, we will take a look at the classifications and their meanings when it comes to your mouth. Those classifications are [...]
Braces Cost A Bunch But Are They Worth It?
Traditional braces cost a ton of money. They also cost you your pride for several months, or even a year. Sometimes braces cost more than you are willing to pay. How do you know if it is worth it [...]
Don Braces Now to Have a Beautiful Smile Later
Everyone agrees that a smile is the most beautiful part of any face. Regardless of how the person looks, it instantly attracts people to that person. However, imagine not being satisfied with your [...]
The Advantages and Disadvantages Of Lingual Braces
Lingual braces are the same as normal ones except them are inserted on the inside of a patient’s mouth instead of the outside. Completely invisible braces, they give a rare and refreshing [...]