Orthodontics

A balanced bite is essential for a beautiful and functional smile. In technical terms, the way your teeth fit together is called occlusion, and any misaligned teeth can lead to malocclusion or a bad bite. Occlusion-based dentistry can provide effective treatment options to restore your bite, safeguarding oral health and supporting overall health by promoting…

Insights on Orthodontic Expanders The quest for a perfect smile often leads to orthodontic care, but not always because of crooked teeth. Narrow jaws are a particularly challenging problem that can lead to a myriad of further issues, from overcrowding to poor bite alignment. Thankfully, dentists like Dr. King have access to specialized orthodontic tools…

What is the MARA device? A child’s smile is a reflection of their joy, but an overbite can cloud that happiness. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, an overbite is where the upper front teeth significantly overlap the bottom front teeth when the jaws are closed. Various factors, such as excessive pacifier use or…

Orthodontic treatment can be a highly contentious issue. Children would rather avoid uncomfortable and conspicuous braces, and parents are often less than thrilled with the total cost of treatment. Myobrace is an early orthodontic treatment that could be the best option to straighten your child’s smile while avoiding traditional braces. Understanding Myobrace: An alternative orthodontic…

Benefits of Orthodontic Care Orthodontic treatment is often perceived as a purely aesthetic endeavor, a way to attain the coveted straight, picture-perfect smile. But what if we told you there’s so much more to it than meets the eye? The truth is choosing to correct misaligned teeth with options like braces or Invisalign goes beyond…

Time to get prepared for braces for kids. If you’ve had braces before, you know how much of an adjustment it can be. Though it is completely worth it in the end, making it easier to floss or brush your teeth, aligning your bite, or even fixing speech issues, it can take a little bit…

Many people associate orthodontic treatment with children and teenagers. While that is the most common age for orthodontics, adult patients can benefit as well. If you have any issues that call for orthodontic treatment, options like Invisalign and braces for adults could be the best choice you could make for your smile. Why Some Adults…

Set your teenager up for success by understanding how to care for their teeth while wearing braces. Having braces can be a life-changing event for a teen. Not only is your teen dealing with physical changes and leading a busy life with school, activities, and maybe even a job. Adding braces to the mix can…

Benefits of Early Orthodontic Care for Kids When you think of orthodontics care for kids, you probably envision traditional metal braces for children around 12 to 14 years of age. Braces for school-age kids are the most common form of pediatric orthodontic care but certainly not the only option. Early orthodontic intervention is an important…

Why Parents Love the Myobrace System Crooked teeth, also known as malocclusion, seems to be an epidemic in children and teens. It often develops early on in childhood, but parents can educate themselves on the early warning signs and what type of treatment options can address poor oral habits triggering malocclusion.  Early orthodontic treatment is…