Hypodontia, a condition characterized by the absence of one or several teeth, affects up to 7% of the general population. (Al-Ani et al.) The silver lining, though, is that orthodontic treatments offer some impressive fixes! From innovative implants to gap-filling...
While “tongue thrusting” evokes images of an action-packed martial art technique, it refers to an unconscious habit many of our patients exhibit. It occurs when the tongue presses too firmly against the teeth during activities like swallowing, speaking, or...
Twisted teeth can feel like they’re dancing to a different tune. No worries, though; we know the steps to set them straight. Enter classic metal braces. And for a stealthier approach? Invisalign, the clear aligner hero, is ready for action! Key Takeaways Tooth...
When you think of a “flipper tooth,” a dolphin’s gleaming grin might come to mind. But hold on, we’re venturing into a different territory here. A flipper tooth, or partial flipper, is like a quick fix for missing teeth. It offers a temporary...
Braces again? You’re not having a weird déjà vu moment! You may be surprised to learn that getting braces for a second time is quite common. It’s up to you to decide if you like the traditional ‘metal train tracks’ or the subtlety of invisible...
As your child loses their first baby tooth, you both eagerly await the arrival of their adult one. But what if it takes longer than you expected? As early orthodontics progresses and adult teeth are ready for prominence, space maintainers step in to hold the fort....
