Some Simple Oral Hygiene Tools Can Help a Patient Maintain Healthy Teeth
Cavities and gum disease problems pose a significant threat to the process of realigning your teeth with traditional braces. Not only can they cause discomfort oral health problems can also increase the amount of time it takes to fully correct the alignment of your teeth. Brackets, wires, and other orthodontic components can sometimes be challenging […]
Have You Heard About Lingual Braces?
Braces can help you realign your teeth if they are crooked, but were you aware that there was more than one type? Lingual braces are one such variation, and they provide a little extra benefit for you to consider. First we will cover the similarities. Lingual and traditional braces use the same basic principle. By […]
Gearing Up for an Orthodontic Retainer
Though you will spend a significant amount of time wearing your braces, you will no doubt be happy to have them removed so you can showcase your beautiful new smile to the world. However, wearing braces is not the last step in orthodontics, as you will need to wear a retainer for a period as […]
Your New Braces Need Basic Care and Good Oral Hygiene
Here at Wright Orthodontics our orthodontist often uses traditional braces for addressing misaligned teeth. This functional system is capable of altering the alignment and orientation of your teeth through the course of multiple adjustment sessions. If some component of your braces becomes bent, damaged, or compromised in any way it could harm your mouth. It […]
An Overbite Can Often Be Corrected by Traditional Braces
Genetics and other factors can sometimes combine to alter the alignment of your permanent teeth. This can cause the lower or upper teeth to protrude at improper angles. Also known as a malocclusion this orthodontic complication can not only leave you with an unattractive smile it can also increase your chances of suffering from damage […]
Regularly Scheduled Adjustments Are Essential for Correcting Teeth with Braces
Your braces include several hardware components that are integrated to create a functional orthodontic system for addressing your misaligned teeth. This process requires applying progressive tension to the hardware components. Each of these adjustment sessions will gradually alter the periodontal ligaments that anchor your teeth into your gums. Over time the adjustments will gradually bring […]
What Causes the Need for Braces?
Do you know if you need braces? Do you know why you might? Receiving braces can provide many benefits for your teeth and improve the quality of your oral health in the long run. Below are some of the conditions involved in the need for braces that can be corrected with treatment: – Braces can […]
How Invisalign® Works
If you need orthodontic treatment but are hesitant about wearing metal brackets and wires, you may choose Invisalign®. As you are just beginning your Invisalign journey, or simply considering taking that first step, Dr. Randy Wright and our team are happy to walk you through the Invisalign process. You will first come into our office […]
Adult Orthodontics
Many people believe that braces are only for children and teenagers. However, more and more adults are undergoing braces or aligner treatment. According to Harvard Health Publications, one in five orthodontic patients is over the age of 18. It is never too late to have your teeth straightened so you can have a healthier, more […]
Maintain Optimum Oral Health with Invisalign®
If you have not yet heard of Invisalign®, it is a high-quality treatment system designed to straighten your teeth. Invisalign orthodontic aligner systems are custom-made for your smile to give you straight teeth and the peace of mind you need. The following is a list of benefits that Invisalign orthodontic aligners can provide: – Invisalign […]
