by Dr. Richard Lee | Jan 24, 2022 | Dental Braces, General Orthodontics, Oral Health
We all treasure food in one way or another. Whether hiding away to pick from our secret candy stash or munching and crunching on healthy greens, we can never give up our love for food. Eating our favorite foods brings us joy and satisfaction no matter the occasion....
by Dr. Richard Lee | Jan 17, 2022 | Dental Braces, General Orthodontics, Orthodontic Treatments
Deciding whether to have a tooth extraction before getting braces can be difficult. If you are considering having teeth extracted for braces, make sure to discuss the pros and cons with your orthodontist before making a final decision. You may also want to research...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Oct 11, 2021 | Dental Braces, Oral Health, Orthodontic Treatments
The glorious day has arrived, and it’s time to have your braces removed! But what if, when you look in the mirror, you see that your newly aligned teeth are stained or dotted with white spots? No doubt, after all that time hoping for the perfect post-braces...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Oct 4, 2021 | Dental Braces, Orthodontic Treatments
Braces work because your teeth can move. Their current spots in your mouth are not necessarily permanent. However, they don’t move around easily; they can’t trade places or jump over to see what the other side of your mouth is up to. (Imagine your teeth sliding around...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Sep 20, 2021 | Dental Braces, Orthodontic Treatments, Retainers
An orthodontic retainer is a custom-made appliance that keeps teeth from shifting after braces removal. Anything that can control the movement of the sensitive bones and ligaments in your mouth sounds painful. Therefore, it’s easy to worry and assume that...
by Dr. Richard Lee | Sep 6, 2021 | Dental Braces, Orthodontic Treatments
Do you remember the bulky, old tooth braces that could turn every teenager’s social life into a nightmare? Although you do, your children might have no recollection of such memories. Over the past few decades, orthodontics has experienced countless technological...
