Picture this: you are a few weeks into your new Invisalign treatment and it’s going well. You wake up and, like always, go to put your aligners in. But when you open the case, you notice an unpleasant...Continue reading
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Orthodontist for all ages in Los Angeles
Picture this: a grade schooler with a wide smile full of wire braces, eagerly showing off their colorful bands. Or fast forward to high school or college, where teens and students balance the stresses of school while working...Continue reading
Limiting the lisp from braces
One of the aspects of getting Lingual braces or Invisalign is learning how to talk with metal wires or plastic in your mouth. Many people describe having a slight lisp in the beginning, which can be uncomfortable or...Continue reading
Can you play an instrument with braces?
Art lessons are an important part of growing up, and studies show that education in the arts supports the development of motor, social and language skills in children. As a result, most schools offer either a visual or...Continue reading
Can you whiten teeth with Invisalign braces?
As Invisalign® specialists, we get a lot of questions from patients about how treatment works. From queries about eating with Invisalign to keeping your aligners clean, there’s one that stands out however: tooth whitening. Namely, can you whiten...Continue reading
Your Invisalign daily routine
Invisalign® has become a popular alternative to traditional braces due to the fact that they’re barely noticeable. Not only do the clear aligners offer more discretion than chunky metal brackets, but most patients describe increased comfort when using...Continue reading
Top 10 Invisalign myths
If you have been considering Invisalign, you may have turned to the internet to get a better idea of what the experience is like. However, it can be difficult to tell between rumors and the truth when you’re...Continue reading
What does it feel like when you get your braces taken off?
For some people going through traditional metal braces treatment, getting your braces put on may feel like a prison sentence for your teeth and you may find yourself wishing for the day your pearly whites are no longer...Continue reading
Can you get a new retainer from a different orthodontist?
Most people end up transitioning to an orthodontic retainer following braces or Invisalign treatment and, for some, wearing a retainer can be a lifelong commitment. If you intend to wear a retainer for longer than a few months,...Continue reading
How often should you see your orthodontist with Invisalign aligners?
So, you’ve finally decided on committing to getting braces. But what exactly are you committing to? Sure, you know you want a set of Invisalign aligners and the promise of straight teeth, but you are not clear on...Continue reading