What you need to know about brackets
Brackets are one of the most important elements of orthodontic braces. To put it simply, they are what holds the wire in place on your teeth. They can be different sizes, colors and shapes depending on the technique used to straighten your teeth. Some examples of different types of brackets include metal twin brackets, self-litigating […]
What’s new in orthodontics?
If you had braces as a teenager and you are now contemplating orthodontic treatment for one of your own children, you will find that a lot has changed over the years. I had braces when I was in high school, and mine were the proverbial “train tracks” or the metal bands wrapped around every one […]
Adult Orthodontic Treatment
Many adults would love to have straighter teeth or have their bite corrected, but many of them also think that it’s too late to have treatment or they simply don’t want to wear braces. Well, now more than ever, there are several different options for straightening teeth that may be virtually invisible and can take […]
