Clear, removable aligners are used in the well-known orthodontic process Invisalign to straighten teeth. There are several benefits to using Invisalign over conventional braces or other orthodontic options. The nearly undetectable aligners of Invisalign near you are one of its main benefits. For adults and older teenagers who might be self-conscious about their looks throughout therapy, they …
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Foods You Should Avoid Eating When Undertaking Treatment
Most patients make little, if any, adjustments to their diet. With that said, it’s also important to know what foods could aggravate your teeth and braces. The following few types of food may cause trouble: A) Hard Foods – These foods can loosen the cement, break the brackets attached, or bend your wires. B) Sticky …
How Does A Tooth Move?
Orthodontic treatment is where pressure is applied to the tooth in a consistent manner in the direction to which the tooth needs to move. This orthodontic pressure must be a light, continuous force. In other words, to move teeth, the pressure must be 24 hours a day. With pressure from your braces, your tooth begins …
When Should Your Child See An Orthodontist? (PART 2) | Friday Focus
As parents, we all want our children to have a healthy and beautiful smile. That’s why it’s essential to keep an eye on your child’s dental development and schedule regular visits to the dentist. But when should you take your child to see an orthodontist? The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that children have …
What To Do If You Have An Orthodontic Emergency
It is very rare for patients to experience orthodontic emergencies. Most orthodontic “emergencies” can be solved at home. However, you are free to call us at (623) 376-6464 if you would like additional advice. The following are common orthodontic “emergencies” and tips on how to handle them: Bracket Knocked Off: The brackets are attached to …
When Should Your Child See An Orthodontist? | Friday Focus
The Single Most Important Item Post Braces Treatment
There are essentially two stages of orthodontic braces treatment. The first stage is where you are fitted with braces and you attend follow up appointments to have the braces adjusted. This is the most intense period of your braces treatment. Unfortunately, a lot of people believe that once they get their braces off treatment is …
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How Much Do Braces Cost?
How Much Do Braces Cost- – Friday Focus – E&S Orthodontics Welcome to the Friday Focus. In this edition of the Friday Focus Dr. O from the E&S Orthodontics will answer one of the most frequently asked questions on our orthodontics office. How much will braces cost?This is one of the things that is on …
Invisalign VS Damon Smiles – Which Is Better?
Two common orthodontic treatment used to straighten teeth and fix bite abnormalities are Invisalign and Damon braces. Although both therapies have a chance of success, there are some significant distinctions between them. Clear, removable aligners are used during the Invisalign process to progressively move the teeth into the desired position. Each patient receives a unique set of …
What Can You Do To Make Your Braces Treatment More Pleasant?
Most of our patients report that they feel very little (if any) pain during treatment with us. To ensure this is the case for you, there are a few things you can do to help make your treatment pleasant. Maintain Good Oral Hygiene – When you wear braces, it becomes more difficult to effectively clean …
Good Orthodontics
When searching for good orthodontics in Phoenix, it is important to know your options. There are dentists that specialize in children and others who are highly reputable in reconstruction procedures. Some charge more than others, while others may require several weeks’ notice before you can actually get an appointment. Here are some other things to …
Orthodontics for Kids
Orthodontics for Kids and a set of braces? Did you know that we now have lots of different options for braces other than those silver, wire contraptions that everyone was forced to wear some twenty years ago? As parents, we can take a great deal of the stress and fear away from our children when …
What Color Braces Should I Get? | Friday Focus
Dr. “Ousama” discusses in this Friday Focus video the answer to the question What Color Braces Should I Get? This is a common question that Dr. “Ousama”, Dr. Wil and the team receive from patients. Watch the video below to see how Dr. “Ousama” answers this question.