If you think you need braces to straighten your teeth, you may have missed some important news in the world of dentistry. Today you have many options for straightening your teeth and improving your smile without braces. Depending on your situation, you may be able to get straight teeth fast, in as little as [...]
Everybody eats and it’s usually three to five times per day. Since eating is something you do so often, it only makes sense that you take eating into consideration for your orthodontic treatment. With Thanksgiving and other holidays on the horizon, you don’t want to miss out on your favorite dishes if your orthodontic [...]
The choices of orthodontic braces on the market today is amazing. Two great options to straighten teeth include hidden lingual brace and Invisalign aligners. Each type has advantages and disadvantages that depend on your lifestyle and dental requirements. To get effective results, it’s critical to carefully determine which system is appropriate for your [...]
Everybody in San Jose wants straight teeth and a great smile. {{{{link id='50836' text='Straighter teeth'}}}} mean better looks, healthier teeth, and less plaque buildup, and less potential for gum disease. For people with gaps between their teeth or crooked teeth, getting them straightened used to mean wearing silver-colored metal braces for at [...]
If you have considered straightening your teeth, some people might tell you that it’s not something you should worry about. They will tell you that it doesn’t matter or that it isn’t worth investing in. However, you likely feel very different about your teeth. You likely feel like crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth are actually [...]
Do you have a gap in your smile? Technically called a diastema, a gap between your front teeth is so highly visible that many people feel really uncomfortable with them as a result. But you don’t have to feel uncomfortable because of a gap in your smile. Here are five ways to have a [...]
Straight teeth aren’t just very attractive, they’re healthy, too. Braces do a great job of achieving straight teeth, but many people find that they can’t keep the results from their braces because they don’t wear their retainers. Now researchers from the University of California hope they’ve found the answer: a [...]
If you have crooked teeth, you may have thought about getting them straightened so you’ll have a nicer smile, but wonder if it's worth it for a “cosmetic” treatment. Did you know that crooked teeth may be bad for your oral health? Cosmetic dentistry very often has health benefits as well, and that’s because [...]
Braces and veneers both create beautiful smiles. Deciding which option to choose depends on the results you are looking for, the time it takes for each process, and the overall health of your teeth. The first consultation with your dentist will determine which choice is appropriate according to your needs and overall [...]
