by Laura Nespoli | Sep 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
Quick Summary Ceramic braces are a discreet orthodontic treatment that uses clear or tooth-coloured brackets and wires to correct dental misalignments. Unlike traditional metal braces, these aesthetic brackets lie flat against the teeth and blend with natural enamel...
by Laura Nespoli | Sep 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
Quick Summary The seven most common teeth alignment issues requiring orthodontic treatment are crowding, spacing, overjet, overbite, openbite, underbite, and crossbite. Crowding occurs from insufficient jaw space, whereas spacing produces gaps between teeth. Overjet...
by Laura Nespoli | Sep 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
We tend to think of braces as something only teenagers wear, but the same treatment is available for adults too. The numbers of brace-wearers among adults is rising.In fact, 60% of our patients at Orthodontic For You are adults. So what are their motivations? ...
by Laura Nespoli | Mar 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
Some orthodontists have a habit of overwhelming patients with jargon, but not us. In this post, we cover fitting, adjustment, and removal for various common brace types, using language you understand. Metal Braces Traditionally, metal braces were once the only...
by Laura Nespoli | Mar 12, 2021 | Uncategorized
Quick Summary Adult braces protect long-term oral health by eliminating hard-to-clean crevices caused by crooked teeth. Straightening misaligned teeth allows toothbrush bristles to access all enamel surfaces, preventing plaque accumulation and bacterial growth. Proper...
