Do you want to straighten your smile but dislike the idea using of braces? If you want a different choice, Invisalign® might be for you. With Invisalign, you use two custom-made, plastic retainers that rest on your teeth and gently align them. Here is an overview of what advantages they have over braces. The plastic used for Invisalign retainers is... read more »

To give you the most successful and positive orthodontic experience possible, orthodontics has taken advantage of modern technology and has made the treatment process easier and better for everyone. Throughout time, orthodontics has made the following improvements: Orthodontic appliances now are better looking In the past, braces were made of stainless steel and they were glued to the front surfaces... read more »

In the past braces were seen almost as a rite of passage for adolescents that needed to have the teeth realigned for a smooth even smile that could serve them throughout adulthood. In more recent years, more and more adults have started wearing braces to help improve alignment of their smile and overall function of their mouth. In some cases,... read more »

Before you decide on a certain kind of braces, consider all of your options. There are four types of braces available in the orthodontic world today, and we are happy to educate you on the pros and cons of each treatment. Traditional/Metal Braces Metal or traditional braces are the braces people automatically think of when they think of orthodontics. These... read more »