Class 1 Malocclusion definition and details
One term you may hear repeated in the world of orthodontia is “malocclusion.” Simply put, a malocclusion is a misalignment of the teeth. Malocclusions are divided into three classes with Class 1 being the most typical. But what...Continue reading
When is the best time of year to get braces?
Are you considering braces to straighten your teeth and achieve that perfect smile? If so, you may find yourself wondering, “When is the best time of year to get braces?” When asking around, many people will tell you...Continue reading
What an Orthodontist does
While many people think orthodontists simply straighten teeth, the reality is that they do far more than that. Orthodontists are dental specialists who focus on diagnosing and treating alignment issues to improve oral health and create beautiful smiles....Continue reading
Will your Invisalign braces smell bad?
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
The future of dental braces
The history of braces is long and varied, dating back to the first attempt to straighten teeth in 400 BC. Throughout time, other early orthodontic devices have been used to close gaps in the teeth or expand the...Continue reading
Why we love orthodontics
Becoming a dentist or orthodontist is no easy feat. Not only does it require years of schooling, training, and experience, but it demands a level of dedication that not everyone can reach. For those who have been working...Continue reading
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
How to move long distance with Invisalign braces
Preparing for a move can be stressful. There’s all the laborious packing and boxing, as well as the nightmare of coordinating moving vans and your friends. Not to mention rerouting mail, changing your address on a variety of...Continue reading
The very real dangers of buying braces online
For the modern day consumer, online shopping is a valuable tool. As of 2022, 21 percent of retail purchases were made online, with over 2 billion people visiting online storefronts globally. You can buy just about anything online,...
New Year, New Smile
As we approach the holiday season and the new year that follows, many of us are looking to make meaningful changes in our lives. It’s easy to take stock of the progress we’ve made and the ways we...Continue reading