Two-Phase Orthodontic Treatment
Why are there some children as young as seven or eight already in braces? Well, these children are in Phase I orthodontic treatment. Many young children exhibit early signs of jaw or bite problems such as excess overbite, narrow jaws and crowding. In order to modify and correct these potentially negative dental growth patterns, the […]
Orthodontic Treatment – “You get what you pay for”
Everyone has heard the old adage “you get what you pay for”. Well when it comes to orthodontic treatment, it’s invariably true. There are two different aspects when it comes to the cost of orthodontic treatment. One is the perceived value of the overall treatment and the other is the cost competitiveness.
Have you been told you are not a candidate for Invisalign?
If you have been told that you are not a candidate for Invisalign, even after asking for this treatment option, then you should get a second opinion. This should be from an orthodontist who has a significant amount of experience with Invisalign. The reason is simple. Many cases can in fact be treated with Invisalign. […]
Orthodontic Terms
You have made the wise decision to start your child or yourself in orthodontic treatment. Now that you are dealing with braces, you might find yourself faced with terms that you have never come across. Below is a list of several common terms used in orthodontics today: 1. Brackets Brackets are the metal or ceramic […]
What are Temporary Anchorage Devices?
A temporary anchorage device (or TAD) is a very small screw that can be placed inside a patient’s mouth to provide a rigid point of anchorage. They typically are 6mm to 10 mm long and they are made out of titanium metal which is a biologically inert material that will not corrode in the mouth […]
What is Invisalign, and is Invisalign treatment for you?
Invisalign treatment is utilized to gradually straighten teeth as an alternative to traditional metal or ceramic braces. Invisalign aligners are switched out in the series about every two weeks. The number of aligners in treatment varies depending on your individual needs. Each aligner is custom-made with exact calculations to gradually shift your teeth into place. Since […]
Thank you to all who joined us for the Movie Party
Our Movie Day was a blast! Hope you all had a great time!
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Mt Diablo Orthodontics
Welcome to our orthodontic blog page! Here you can find all sorts of information regarding orthodontics, treatment options, patient care and current events that are taking place in our office and in the orthodontic field.
