Long Beach, CA – A palatal expander is an appliance commonly used in orthodontic treatment. Its purpose is exactly what its name implies – it works to expand the palate. But how does it work and when might it be needed? Let’s first take a look […]
Long Beach, CA – The day your braces come off is a cause for celebration. We know our patients work incredibly hard during their orthodontic treatment and can’t wait to show off their new smiles. But just because your braces are off that doesn’t mean your […]
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 […]
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 […]
Long Beach, CA – Have you been spending years hiding a smile that embarrasses you? Or have you noticed recently that your smile isn’t quite what it used to be? Now is the ideal time to visit an orthodontist and get that smile perfected. Why is […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Long Beach, CA – As we discovered during the outbreak of COVID-19, business cannot always continue as usual. HD Orthodontics is dedicated to ensuring the health and safety of our patients, and we are committed to providing exceptional care even in trying times. To that end, […]
Long Beach, CA – Orthodontic treatment is a big step in your life, and we know that you want to be sure you’ve placed your smile in the hands of the right orthodontist. So, with all of the orthodontists to choose from, how can you be […]
