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 […]
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 […]
Long Beach, CA – Braces are commonly a rite of passage during the adolescent years. Who doesn’t conjure up a mouth full of metal when reminiscing about their awkward teenage days? While we often think of teenagers in braces, most people are unaware that the recommended time […]
Long Beach, CA – More adults are seeking orthodontic treatment to get the smiles they’ve always wanted. But most older patients and many teens want a discrete way to straighten their smiles. Inbrace lingual braces offer an excellent solution. But what exactly are lingual braces, and […]
Long Beach, CA – Orthodontists recommend seeing patients as early as age seven, as outlined by the American Association of Orthodontists. While most patients won’t require treatment then, there are more treatment options than ever for patients when they are ready. Invisalign has continued to grow […]
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 […]
Long Beach, CA – Patients love Invisalign treatment because it is the virtually invisible way to get the smile they’ve always wanted. But before choosing Invisalign, it’s important to understand everything that goes into the treatment. And that includes understanding that your treatment may include attachments. […]
Long Beach, CA – Patients of all ages love using Invisalign treatment to get the smiles they’ve always wanted. Invisalign is clear, removable, comfortable, and efficient. But occasionally, patients may find that their teeth are not tracking as they should. That can be frustrating, but there […]
Long Beach, CA – People of all ages turn to orthodontic treatment to improve their oral health and their confidence. But like any health issue, orthodontics comes with a cost. While the cost of braces has remained relatively stable over the years, especially when taking inflation […]
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 […]
