Orthodontists and oral surgeons are often confronted with the problem of impacted teeth. My goal is to continuously educate myself on any concerns my patients may have when it comes to their teeth or gums. A book that is currently on my bookshelf is Impacted Teeth by Vince Kokich. Along with Dave Matthews, Kokich has…
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Feeling apprehensive about seeking orthodontic treatment is completely normal when you consider you are about to begin a relationship with an orthodontist that will span more than a year. Thankfully, whether your dentist has referred you or you are interested in treatment at Orthodontics Only out of your own interest, there are several ways you…
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A recent study by Gillian R. Kelly, Bhavna Shroff, Al M. Best, Eser Tufekci, and Steven J. Lindauer showed that parents have a strong opinion when it comes to the attire and dress of an orthodontist. Many parents will accompany their children to the first appointment to help their children feel at ease and get a better…
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Getting your braces off is an exciting milestone, and many patients see teeth whitening as the icing on the cake of orthodontic treatment. In fact, a reader poll conducted by archwired.com found that teeth whitening was what most orthodontic patients want after getting their braces off. But once those braces are removed, it’s important to…
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