Dental Blog

Ah, memories. They’re a great way to pass on family traditions or bring humor to a dinner party. Our ability to recall the past may have even had a hand in forming our personalities today — but our brains aren’t the only objects that retain and store information. Dental braces also use memory to straighten your teeth! Straight wire braces consist of...

A great smile requires more than just straight teeth. You need straight jaws, too. That’s where surgical orthodontics comes into play. While orthodontics focuses on the process of straightening your teeth, surgical orthodontics (orthognathic surgery) straightens your jaws. Why do you need straight jaws? When your teeth fit together well, it’ll make it easier for you to bite, chew, even...

Everybody wants a great smile, and many of us need help getting there. More and more people are having success with clear orthodontic devices called aligners. Braces use brackets connected by wires to encourage teeth to move. Aligners are a series of tight-fitting custom-made mouthpieces that slip over the teeth. Invisalign is the largest producer of clear aligners. Clear (or...

Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics is the formal name of the dental specialty concerned with the diagnosis, prevention, interception, guidance and correction of bad bites. The purpose of orthodontic treatment is to create a healthy bite—straight teeth that properly meet opposing teeth in the opposite jaw. A good bite makes it easier for you to bite, chew and speak. If your...

Most people know that healthy teeth are a must to prevent dental problems that may contribute to other health issues. Straight teeth may also boost mental health as research has indicated that individuals with the most perfect looking of smiles are thought to be happier, healthier and smarter. For the past few years, WH Family Dental has been reporting on...

Straight, white teeth are a coveted asset that help fuel the multi-billion dollar cosmetic dentistry industry. Although it is true that some individuals are paying big bucks to get less than perfect teeth, the majority of people long to have smiles filled not only with healthy teeth, but devices that are well aligned. Fortunately there are a myriad of choices that can be...

Braces, wires, springs, rubber bands, and other orthodontic appliances can attract food and plaque, which can sometimes stain teeth if not brushed away. Most orthodontists recommend brushing after every meal or snack with fluoride toothpaste and carefully removing any food that may have gotten stuck in your braces. Some orthodontists will also prescribe or recommend a fluoride mouthwash, which can...

If your child has crooked teeth or a misaligned jaw, talk to your dentist. They may recommend seeing an orthodontist.An orthodontist specializes in perfecting smiles using orthodontic appliances, such as: Bands Brackets Wires Headgear Rubber bands Retainers Clear aligners  Types of Braces and Other Appliances There are a number of dental appliances used today. But braces are still the primary...

Should Adults Get Braces? Many people get braces as a child or teenager to straighten their permanent teeth. However, over time, the teeth can move back into their original positions, resulting in crooked teeth again. This is especially true if you do not regularly wear a retainer, which is a device that keeps your teeth in alignment after treatment.  Due...