Growth Guidance. Monitoring. Observation. Recall. The process of tracking a child’s dentofacial and skeletal growth as it relates to the current or future need for orthodontic treatment may be described with several terms, but they ultimately all mean something similar. This is the orthodontist’s way of keeping watch as your child develops, identifying orthodontic discrepancies…
DetailsDeciding between braces and Invisalign can be difficult in any situation, but if you have had gum disease the decision is harder and more important. First, you want to make sure that you see a dentist and stop the gum disease before you start any orthodontic procedure. Healthy gums are important and you want to…
DetailsWhen there is not enough room in your jaw for all of your teeth to fit normally, it is considered overcrowding. This is a form of malocclusion, and can develop into worse problems over time if not treated. Overcrowded teeth are usually severely crooked and can result in plaque accumulation, an increased chance of gum…
DetailsIt is possible to correct both an under bite and an overbite with Invisalign. Each patient is different and it is important to consult with an orthodontist that offers Invisalign treatment. An Invisalign preferred provider will have more experience and knowledge with correcting bite problems using this comfortable and removable dental appliance. If you are…
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