If you have Invisalign dental aligners, you will need to know how to remove them properly; otherwise, you risk damaging your aligners or your teeth. And, if you don’t remove them properly, you will probably experience some unnecessary pain as well. So, let’s go over exactly what you should and shouldn’t do when removing your […]
What do you do if your child has severe dental issues and needs to have their teeth straightened? It’s possible that traditional braces might not be the best option for the situation. An orthodontist in Shawnee, KS, will examine your child’s teeth and jaws and create a custom treatment plan for them. That treatment plan […]
Most people know what Invisalign dental aligners are but don’t realize they have attachments that give them an edge (when needed). Not everyone will need to use the attachments with their Invisalign dental aligners. Your orthodontist in Overland Park, KS, will let you know if you would benefit from them. What Are Invisalign Attachments? Invisalign […]
If you want to have your teeth straightened, getting braces in Shawnee, KS, was probably your first thought. But then, you do a quick search for teeth straightening, and you stumble upon a DIY at-home teeth straightening kit. You think to yourself that this might be the way to go. But wait! Not so fast! […]
If you had your heart set on clear aligners, it can be hard to hear that you’re not eligible for them. Typically, dentists deny people with more severe misalignments, as clear aligners work best for people with mild to moderate disorders. Below, we’ll look at what you can do if denied and why it may […]
Jaw misalignment is a prevalent condition, but it’s more of a minor inconvenience than a significant problem for most people. Here, we’ll look at a few common facts about it, and why it’s important to stay on top of any major developments. 1. Jaw Misalignment Has Multiple Causes Jaw misalignment in North O.P. can be caused […]
In the past, orthodontics were reserved for teenagers. Adolescence is a time when the teeth and jaw are still developing, and it’s considered easier to gently adjust teeth into better alignment. More recently, adults who were unable to get orthodontics for some reason in their teen years have been able to get successful results from […]
If you just got braces or are thinking about getting braces in Shawnee, KS, you probably want to know about what you can and can’t eat, right? So, let’s go over all the foods you can and can’t eat and how to modify the restricted foods so that you can eat them. The Foods You Can […]
Whether you’re getting braces for yourself as an adult, or you’re having braces done for your child, you’ll want to know that the time and money invested leads to a successful outcome. The treatment for typical braces in Overland Park, KS takes about 1-1/2 to 2 years. During that time, the teeth and jaw undergo significant […]
If you are having bite issues, you might have a misaligned jaw. Your orthodontist in Overland Park, KS, will perform an exam and provide you with your treatment options. But first, let’s go over some basics of a malocclusion (misaligned jaw), what causes it to occur, the problems it causes, and general treatment options. What Is […]
