Orthodontics

I Have an Overbite – What Treatment Should I Use?

I Have an Overbite – What Treatment Should I Use?

Long Beach, CA – If you or your child have an overbite, orthodontic treatment can help improve your bite and the overall health of your smile. But there are so many treatment options to choose from, how can you know which is best for you? What […]

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Do I Need Teeth Extracted Before Braces?

Do I Need Teeth Extracted Before Braces?

Long Beach, CA – To extract or not to extract – that is the question. At least, it is an often hotly debated topic in the orthodontic world. For years, many dentists believed that extracting teeth was the best option to correct severe crowding issues. But that […]

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Why Do Orthodontists Charge Different Prices?

Why Do Orthodontists Charge Different Prices?

Long Beach, CA – If you or your child need braces, chances are good you may have done a bit of comparison shopping during the process. In doing so, you may have noticed that different practices charge different prices. Why is that? Many things go into […]

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Can I Still Get Braces if I Have Gum Disease?

Can I Still Get Braces if I Have Gum Disease?

Long Beach, CA – Gum disease is very common, affecting nearly half of all adults over the age of 30. Outward signs of gum disease can include red, swollen, or even bleeding gums. Some patients, however, may have gum disease but not display any symptoms. It […]

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How to Correct an Underbite

How to Correct an Underbite

Long Beach, CA – An underbite is a type of malocclusion that occurs when the lower jaw protrudes beyond the upper jaw, causing the lower front teeth to overlap the top front teeth. Underbite can cause a variety of issues so it’s important to correct it […]

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How Can I Speed Up My Orthodontic Treatment?

How Can I Speed Up My Orthodontic Treatment?

Long Beach, CA – At HD Orthodontics, we know that one of our patient’s favorite days is the day their braces are removed. While we encourage everyone to be patient because there is not magic fix for your teeth, we do have a few tips to […]

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Are there Different Brands of Clear Aligners?

Are there Different Brands of Clear Aligners?

Long Beach, CA – Clear aligner therapy is gaining in popularity as an orthodontic treatment option for a variety of reasons. Clear aligners are comfortable, removable and almost invisible, so you can get the smile you’ve always wanted without it being super noticeable to others. It’s […]

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Are There Benefits to Self-Ligating Braces?

Are There Benefits to Self-Ligating Braces?

Long Beach, CA – We continue to see great advances in the orthodontic world. We have more treatment options than ever before as well as technological advances that allow patients to finish treatment much more quickly. One treatment option many patients love is self-ligating braces. They […]

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Is It Safe to Schedule an Orthodontic Appointment Now?

Is It Safe to Schedule an Orthodontic Appointment Now?

Long Beach, CA – The COVID-19 pandemic saw our world come to a halt – schools and businesses closed while experts learned more about the pandemic and how to help stop its spread. But as we have begun opening things back up again, people are probably […]

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Which Type of Orthodontic Treatment is the Most Discreet?

Which Type of Orthodontic Treatment is the Most Discreet?

Long Beach, CA – With more adult patients than ever before turning to orthodontic treatment to freshen their smiles, there are more discreet treatment options popping up. Not everyone likes the idea of a mouth full of metal, so what are your options for more […]

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