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The Hidden Connection Between TMJ Pain and Crooked Teeth

Most people treat TMJ pain as a jaw problem and crooked teeth as a cosmetic one. They are not wrong, but they are missing the bigger picture. These two conditions feed into each other in ways that most patients never get told about. When your teeth are not properly aligned, your jaw shifts to compensate. Read More

Quickest Way To Straighten Teeth Before Your Wedding

Getting married? Congratulations! Your dream wedding doesn’t need to become a nightmare, just because of your teeth. Great strides have been made in dentistry and orthodontics in the last few years. You can leverage everything from quick porcelain veneers to restorative dental work to achieve the smile of your dreams. Getting A Consultation It’s best Read More

Can You be Too Old for Braces or Invisalign?

People of all ages want to have a smile they can be proud of. Crooked teeth are not only embarrassing, but they can also cause problems in chewing, cleaning, and contribute to gum disease. Traditional braces have been used for decades to treat crooked teeth in children and adults. A new dental appliance, Invisalign, has Read More

How do Braces Straighten Crooked Teeth

Braces are an effective dental appliance used by orthodontists (dentist who specialize in straightening teeth) for treatment of crooked teeth. Many people have crooked teeth and the severity can vary from a misaligned bite, to very twisted teeth. Crooked teeth can cause problems such as problems chewing, a greater risk of dental disease such as Read More

What are Self-Ligating Braces?

Braces have been used for many years to help straighten crooked teeth in children and adults. In recent years there have been improvements and advancement in braces which make them more accessible and comfortable for all ages or patients. Traditional braces use brackets, archwires, and bands to apply steady pressure to the teeth in an Read More

What are the Main Causes of Crooked Teeth?

Crooked teeth are a common complaint. It is one of the most common reasons people visit their dentist. Misaligned teeth can cause many problems. Your dentist may refer you to an orthodontist. An orthodontist is a dentist who specializes in the treatment of misalignment of teeth, and may use appliances made of ceramic, plastic, or Read More