When you receive orthodontic treatment, your teeth and sometimes entire facial structure is altered. It is crucial for treatment to be appropriate and properly completed. An orthodontic specialist has extensive specialized training, which allows them to provide personalized professional care.
According to the American Association of Orthodontists, an orthodontic screening is recommended at age seven, as the majority of children have several permanent teeth by this age.
No, they will not, since the space available for your front teeth does not increase
No, a patient is never “too old” to have braces.
The overall treatment time for each patient varies depending on the difficulty of the corrections.
The time between your appointments may vary depending on the treatment. We use Dental Monitoring, an AI-based application, which lets us see your progress on a weekly basis. This means that the time between your appointment times is longer and you will have less total appointments. You can also text us directly through the application for a faster answer to any question.
We ask that parents check-in before dropping their child off.
Wearing braces doesn’t “hurt” per se, but your teeth may be sore for a few days following adjustment appointments.
Yes! We recommend wearing a mouthguard for contact sports.
Yes! You will need to maintain regular dental checkups and cleanings with your dentist.
You should brush your teeth several times a day—when you wake up, after eating, and before sleeping.
Once your treatment commences, you will be provided with complete instructions and a detailed list of foods to avoid. A a general rule, anything that is hard, sticky, or crunchy should be avoided.
