Give Yourself the Gift of a New Smile in 2017
If you’ve spent years hiding your smile, why not make 2017 the year you resolve to smile more? Orthodontic treatment can boost your confidence and improve your oral health.
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Why Do You Need Braces, but Your Sister Doesn’t?
Long Beach, CA – Getting braces is often a rite of passage for a teenager. But have you ever wondered why some people need braces, and others don’t? At my Long Beach orthodontic office, I treat many siblings and it isn’t uncommon to have one […]
The Most Common Causes of Bad Breath
Long Beach, CA – Many people may think bad breath, also referred to as halitosis, is simply caused by failing to take proper care of one’s oral health. While that is true for some people, sometimes, the food we eat and other lifestyle habits can […]
Proper Brushing While Wearing Braces
Long Beach, CA – When wearing braces, one of the most important things to know is how to properly brush your teeth with the braces on. The brackets and wires create nooks and crannies where food particles and plaque adhere, and these areas can often […]
Why Do Adults Need Orthodontics?
Long Beach, CA – Many people mistakenly believe that orthodontic treatment is only for children. On the contrary, we’re seeing more adults than ever before who are seeking out orthodontic treatment. There are currently about one million adult orthodontic patients in the US and Canada, […]
Don’t Forget to Wear Your Retainer!
Long Beach, CA – The day you get braces come off is a universally celebrated day. And while showing off your new pearly whites is a great cause for celebration, just because your braces are off doesn’t mean your work has ended. Retainer wear is […]
What is Tongue Thrusting?
Long Beach, CA – Simply explained, tongue thrusting is the habit of putting the tongue in the wrong position when swallowing. A tongue thruster will place the tongue too far forward, or off to the side. Every 24 hours, it is estimated that we swallow […]
Orthodontic Appliances to Prevent Thumb Sucking
Long Beach, CA – Do you have a child who just can’t seem to give up his or her thumb sucking habit? At HD Orthodontics, we know it can be a hard habit to break, so we are here to help you. The thumb sucking […]
Mouthguards Are Important for Athletes
Long Beach, CA – April is National Face Protection Month, so we thought that would be a perfect time to talk about the importance of wearing a mouthguard when playing sports whether you wear braces or not. If you don’t play extremely physical sports, such […]
Orthodontics Can Help Relieve TMJ Pain
Long Beach, CA – Do you frequently experience headaches, ear discomfort, or jaw pain? Do you have chronic discomfort in your shoulder, neck or upper back? These could all be related to one thing – your temporomandibular joint (TMJ). But did you know your orthodontist […]