Retainer Types and Rules for Wear
In a recent blog post, I discussed my primary rule for retainers: that they should be worn every night for [...]
Why Choose Invisalign Over Braces for Your Teen?
Teenagers love Invisalign treatment, and I love to offer them that option. I love braces. I do. Back in the [...]
Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Oral Cancer, and your Teenager
Many people know that Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a sexually transmitted disease. What many people don’t know is that a [...]
Phase 1 or Early Orthodontic Treatment (Part 3 of 4)
Phase I or early orthodontic treatment is not the time to create one’s “forever smile.” Phase 1 treatment is useful: [...]
What is Invisalign?
Invisalign is a brand of Clear Aligner Therapy (CAT), much like Coca-Cola is a brand of soda. They happen to [...]
Phase 1 or Early Orthodontic Treatment (Part 2 of 4)
Some people are surprised to learn that kids as young as 7-8 years old sometimes need orthodontic treatment. However, Phase [...]
Phase 1 or Early Orthodontic Treatment (Blog post 1 of 4)
Phase 1 or early orthodontic treatment is when orthodontics is performed during the “transitional dentition,” or when there is a [...]
More on Mouthguards
This blog is an addition to our first blog on mouthguards. Since the writing of April’s blog post, I’m pleased [...]
Teeth Bleaching Basics
One of the most frequent topics I get asked about as a dentist/orthodontist is teeth bleaching. As a general dentist, [...]
Invisalign is NOT a Doctor!
In the last few weeks, I’ve had two patient experiences that have motivated me to write a post explaining what [...]
