It can be a messy endeavor if your dentist or orthodontist needs to make orthodontic impressions. These impressions are imprints of your teeth, mouth’s structure, and gums that can become a goopy mess when they’re done the traditional way. Thankfully, you can now say goodbye to goopy impressions thanks to the technology from iTero impressions.…
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Up to 75% of people could benefit from braces. Even if you don’t think you have visibly crooked teeth, you may need a few small adjustments for a truly straight and healthy smile. Are you ready to see an orthodontist to get the smile you deserve? Many people are on the fence because they think…
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You are a busy individual, and there are many things going on in your life all at once. Even so, you want to ensure you are doing the best for your health and your family’s health. One way the field of orthodontics helps you do this is through virtual appointments. It enhances patient care and…
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At least 75% of Americans would benefit from orthodontic treatment. Cost, image, and pain are a few of the reasons that they avoid it. Invisalign aligners are a popular new option meant to reduce these issues. They’re comfortable and almost invisible. The question is where to get them. Over-the-counter options are known to be ineffective,…
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Orthodontic appliances are highly effective in aligning your teeth and perfecting your smile. However, they do require careful maintenance, and even then, emergencies can happen. A study on orthodontists’ experience revealed that bracket breakage, archwire breakage, and loose brackets were the most common orthodontic urgencies. When these occur, the feeling of uncertainty about the next…
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Embarking on the path to a radiant smile? You’re joining the ultimate glow-up trend! The American Association of Orthodontists reports that adults make up one-quarter of all orthodontic patients. It’s a brave step towards a brighter, more confident you. The world of adult orthodontics, with its myriad of treatment options, may seem daunting at first.…
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Did you know that there were over 6,000 orthodontists in America? These are the dentists that take on the biggest abnormalities when it comes to your teeth and your jaw. A Los Altos orthodontist can help you with all sorts of problems such as not having the smile that you want. How can they do…
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The American Association of Orthodontists estimates that 50–75% of people can benefit from braces or another orthodontic treatment. And the best time for orthodontics is in the pre-teen or teenage years. At Boschken Orthodontics, located in San Jose, braces for teens can fix many issues, from gapping and crowded teeth to overbites and underbites. Addressing…
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Dental insecurities are a very real problem for a large number of people. You may want to find the best orthodontist in Los Altos for your child. There are different dental treatments that can be used to help straighten teeth early on. This will help your child to be more confident in their smile and…
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Over 4 million Americans wear braces. 25% of them are adults. All of them will need a new device once they get their braces off; orthodontic retainers. They keep your newly straightened teeth from moving out of place. Read on to learn about the types, costs, and maintenance requirements of retainers. Types Fixed retainer orthodontics…
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