by Dr. Richard Lee | Apr 11, 2024 | Dental Braces, General Orthodontics, Orthodontic Treatments
Looking at your reflection with braces in the mirror can sometimes make you wonder, “How much longer?” While wearing braces is a step towards achieving that perfect smile, it can feel like a marathon rather than a sprint. Many share your curiosity about...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Mar 25, 2024 | General Orthodontics, Oral Health
You’ve likely heard various anecdotes from friends and family about wisdom teeth – some sharing extraction stories, while others seem unaffected. This might lead you to wonder, “Do all people have wisdom teeth?” Despite being considered a common...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Mar 18, 2024 | General Orthodontics, Invisalign, Oral Health, Orthodontic Treatments
Concerns about Invisalign affecting speech are common, but it’s essential to understand that any impact is generally minimal. While there might be a brief adjustment period during which you may notice subtle changes in speech patterns, most individuals quickly...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Mar 11, 2024 | Dental Braces, General Orthodontics, Oral Health, Orthodontic Treatments, Retainers
Have you ever taken a moment to scrutinize your changing smile during orthodontic treatment? While you may be focused on the journey to perfectly aligned teeth, you might notice an unexpected twist— the formation of small gaps. Braces, the reliable architects of teeth...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Mar 4, 2024 | General Orthodontics, Oral Health
We’ve all experienced it—the struggle with toothpicks that snap, the annoyance of waxy floss that seems to have a mind of its own, and the diligent brushing that doesn’t quite conquer trapped food particles and persistent plaque. Now, picture a solution...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Feb 23, 2024 | General Orthodontics, Oral Health, Orthodontic Treatments
Step right into the captivating universe of wisdom teeth, where the clock ticks to its own dental rhythm, and age unveils more than just a number! In this dental odyssey, these fashionably late molars usually steal the spotlight during the teenage years, but hold...
