Orthodontic brackets are the small appliances that are applied to your teeth when choosing to use traditional braces for your orthodontic treatment. Their job is to provide a way for the wires and other appliances to apply force, which results in desired tooth movement. There are several types of brackets
You have finished your orthodontic treatment and have a beautiful smile. Now you are being given retainers and told you will need to wear them. These retainers are the final and one of the most important steps in your orthodontic journey. Your teeth have memory and will shift back to
Braces Color Palette: What Colors Are Available? Unlike the early days of braces, you have a greater selection of colors than ever before. You can literally choose from a braces color palette that includes shades of every color of the rainbow. From Radical Red, Dusky Blue or a pretty shade
When you think of orthodontics “fun” might not be the word that comes to mind – BUT there are some interesting FUN FACTS! Here are some interesting and quirky “who knew?!” fun facts you can share and impress all your friends with. Fact #1: All Orthodontists Are Dentists Do you
We are coming into the holiday season, which means lots of traditions, family festivities and treats! If you are in braces, it can also mean missing out on some of your holiday favorites. We want the most wonderful time of the year to be the most wonderful time without the
What do Bret Favre, Cristiano Ronaldo, Missy Franklin, Nate Robinson, Serena and Venus Williams all have in common? If you guessed they are all athletes you are right! But did you know that they are all athletes who have been open about wearing braces and you can find updates of
Throughout your orthodontic experience you may be asked to wear elastics or rubber bands as part of your orthodontic treatment. Why? Elastics are often used in orthodontic treatment to help align your bite and they are a very important step in the orthodontic process. The bands stretch over tiny hooks
If you’re considering orthodontic treatment then you might have questions like: how much will it cost?, how long will it take?, and which is better for me? – traditional braces or Invisalign? Luckily, we are here to help answer all those questions and more! Since each option will help to
How Long Will It Take? The day you get your braces on will be filled with new information, feelings, and best of all, the start of a new smile! You should expect an appointment ranging from 60 to 80 minutes. At this appointment, we will bond braces or any appliances
Monday: 8am–5pm
Tuesday: 8am–5pm
Wednesday: 8am–5pm
Thursday: 7:40am–4pm
Friday: 8am–12pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
