If you have traditional braces, you understand that it’s sometimes difficult to brush and floss! Wires and brackets create small spaces that are hard to get between. Our Durham, NC, orthodontists wants to provide some tips for maintaining an effective dental hygiene...
Pediatric dentists are dentists that care for the specific dental and orthodontic needs of children. A doctor that treats young patients offers a welcoming, kid-friendly office to set children and their parents at ease as they settle into their office environment. Our...
Teeth clenching and grinding, also known as bruxism, is a common problem. It’s something you might have experienced from time to time. It generally happens during periods of stress or anxiety and may occur during the day or even while you sleep. If clenching or...
If you’ve been considering braces for yourself or your child, you may be wondering about the average costs of orthodontic treatment. However, there’s not one flat price for all treatment; your health insurance, the severity of the orthodontic problem, and type of...
Many candidates for orthodontic treatment tend to wait until their teen years to begin correcting their smile. However, earlier treatment can be more effective when correcting a misaligned bite or crooked teeth. As a person ages, their palate (roof of the mouth)...
There are many types of malocclusion (misalignment of the teeth) that patients suffer from. An underbite is one of these conditions. An underbite is the type of malocclusion where your lower teeth sit in front of your upper teeth when your mouth is closed....
