At Boschken Orthodontics, we don’t just believe in straightening your teeth – we believe in keeping your teeth straight for life! When most people think of orthodontics, they tend to only consider the time that they’re actively straightening their teeth with Invisalign or braces. Many patients don’t know that retention—that is, keeping your teeth straight…
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Digital scanning for braces and Invisalign treatment is a huge advance in orthodontic technology, which makes it an important part of what we do here at Boschken Orthodontics. (I believe in staying up to date with the latest technological advances – and I often pioneer and assist in the development of new orthodontic technologies). One…
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Makers of Invisalign at our new Los Altos location. May 16, 2017.
Wondering how you can finish your orthodontic treatment on time? You’re not alone – it’s one of the most common questions I get from patients. With braces, they ask “When do I get these things off my teeth?” and with Invisalign it’s “When can I stop wearing these aligners?” Unlike many medical treatments, with orthodontics,…
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Is Invisalign right for your teen? You’re definitely not the first parent to ask. Most parents wonder if Invisalign really is a viable option for their teenager’s orthodontic treatment. If your teen has been stressing about the prospect of traditional braces and begging you for Invisalign, there’s good news: In our practice, we have tons…
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How long to braces take, and what kind of time commitment does orthodontic treatment require? If you’re a busy adult who has put off getting braces because of worry about the treatment time, we have good news: orthodontic treatment with braces and Invisalign can be much faster than you think. While the traditional rule has…
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A lot of parents don’t realize how many adults we treat with Invisalign in our practice. After all, you wouldn’t go to your kid’s pediatrician or pediatric dentist for your own dental needs. However, more adults than ever are seeking orthodontic treatment for health and aesthetic benefits – and we’re here to help! For the…
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What’s the Best Age for Kids to Get Braces? Even though most people think of orthodontics for pre-teens and teenagers, the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends that children visit the orthodontist no later than age 7. Why is this? The age recommendation is so young because orthodontics can effectively fix teeth and other oral…
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Can Adults Get Braces? Absolutely. And Here’s Why They Should. Adults often wonder if they’re too old for braces — the truth is, you’re almost never too old for braces, and if you’re thinking about them, you should probably get them. Why? Braces, like all orthodontic treatments, are one of the best preventative, non-invasive options to…
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