Ahh, your braces are finally off! You can now reap the benefits of the long months of wearing braces and attending regular orthodontic visits. Finally, the perfect smile you always wanted is yours! However, while we dislike being the bearers of bad news, your...
You’ve reached a milestone: as of today, you no longer need braces! For months, maybe years, your braces have gradually coaxed your teeth into new positions that give you a healthier mouth and a lovely smile. Now you and your orthodontist want to ensure that...
We offer Vivera retainers at Loudoun Orthodontics, but some may wonder why we pair the two together. The reason for this is that each type of treatment works best when worn correctly and consistently daily, which can be challenging with busy schedules or the struggles...
Over time, it is possible to find that your retainer is no longer fitting properly. Usually, this means that your retainer has become distorted or misshapen or that your teeth have shifted due to irregular retainer use. Most commonly, a retainer doesn’t fit...
For generations, adults and children have worn orthodontic braces to align their teeth and improve their dental and overall health. Recently, a new alternative to metal wires and brackets (and many of the complications that come with them) was launched. Invisalign®...
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...
