Why Am I Grinding My Teeth? Every day stresses, such as a busy day at work or plain old anxiety can cause you to grind your teeth while you sleep. This is referred to as Bruxism. Bruxism is a condition in which you grind, gnash or clench your teeth. You may experience dull headaches or […]
We are often asked, ” How old does my child have to be to get braces?”. More and more young children are spotted sporting braces and I’m sure your curious why. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, the best age for children to be seen by an orthodontist for the first time is 7.
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Retention If you have had braces, the most exciting day is when they are removed. You may think your orthodontic obligations are over, but having straight teeth is a life long job. Once your braces are removed comes the next stage, a retainer! LET IT SINK IN Believe it or not, your teeth often look
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If you’re thinking about getting your teeth straightened, you’ve probably already done some research online and found a few different providers in your area. Some of these are likely to be general dental practices, while others, like us, will be specialist in orthodontic practices. But does it matter where you get your teeth straightened, as
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So its been a while since you’ve completed your orthodontic treatment and have been “wearing” retainers but they aren’t fitting like they use to, what’s going on? If you have braces, you’ll probably have to wear a retainer once they’re removed. The same goes for Invisalign. Unless it’s a permanent retainer, you won’t have to wear it
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Considering Invisalign to align and straighten your teeth? Well as Invisalign becomes more and more popular so do the number of questions from patients who are interested in orthodontic treatment. We’ve put a brief compilation of the most important questions to ask us, your orthodontist, about Invisalign. Some signs that your teeth may not properly aligned can
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While the practice of orthodontia has become increasingly popular over the years, there are still many misconceptions that cause people to concern. As iSmile Orthodontics, we want to debunk your concerns by addressing the top 5 most common misconceptions. Fake fact #1: My orthodontist is just like my family dentist. The Truth: While it is true
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Living with braces If you are about to get braces, you are probably curious about what they feel like, and possibly worried that braces hurt. If those questions are on your mind, good for you. Knowing what you are getting into makes the process a lot easier. We hope this blog clip answers your questions and help
