Dr. Sal Says - Everything you need to know about getting braces

Though braces have greatly gained popularity in the recent past, in days gone by, they were a thing to be avoided. No one wanted a mouth full of metal. Even now, braces aren't the first choice for many; nearly everyone wishes they were born with a mouth full of perfect, straight and white teeth. 

There are a few alternatives to traditional metal braces. Clear aligners like Invisalign and ClearCorrect are great for patients that have mild issues and teeth that are slightly crooked. These aligners are removable and most of the time, no one knows you have them. However, there are several problems with Invisalign and other clear aligners; use the following information to help you determine which solution is right for your needs. 

Topics: orthodontics, braces, adult orthodontics

Topics: braces, adult orthodontics

Topics: braces, adult orthodontics

The straight story on adult braces is that it’s likely a more popular phenomenon than you realized.

Topics: braces, adult orthodontics

There are more options available for low-profile orthodontic treatment than ever before.

Topics: frequently asked questions, adult orthodontics

Health benefits abound for adults seeking to straighten their smile

If your smile is a fixer-upper and you’re older than a teenager, you may have thought that it wasn’t worth your time or money to pursue straight teeth through orthodontic treatment.

Topics: frequently asked questions, adult orthodontics, straight teeth

More and more adults are finding the perfect smile through orthodontic treatment

When you think about someone sitting under the lamp of an orthodontist, you’re probably picturing a kid.

Topics: crooked teeth, healthy smile, adult orthodontics

Topics: orthodontics, healthy smile, cost of orthodontics, adult orthodontics

Braces are the go-to method for most teeth straightening challenges. Why? Because they work. New methods, materials, and innovations have changed the way that braces look and feel over the years. But no matter what form they take, braces are proven orthodontic technology that dates back almost 200 years.

Topics: braces, adult orthodontics, straight teeth

While most people think orthodontic treatment is done mostly for purely cosmetic benefits, there are several reasons why getting braces for straighter teeth might be important to the health and lifestyle of you or your child.

Topics: dental health, braces, adult orthodontics