• Invisalign®

    Invisalign® is a method of straightening teeth with a series of clear plastic trays called aligners.  As patients replace each aligner with the next in the series, their teeth become slightly straighter until the desired result is achieved.   Generally speaking, minor to moderate orthodontic [...]

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    Early Orthodontic Treatment

    Some orthodontic problems are easier to correct if treated early rather than waiting until most of the growth of the jaws has been completed. The phrase “Phase-One Treatment” refers to treating children while they still have their primary (baby) teeth. How do I know if my child requires early [...]

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    Adult Orthodontic Treatment with Braces

    Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?     The answer is NO. Teeth move in the same manner regardless of age.  Therefore, as long as the teeth and the surrounding structures; i.e. the gums and the bones, are healthy, tooth movement can occur.  In fact, the percentage of adults who seek [...]

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    Some patients are affected by abnormalities in the position of the their facial bones.  These abnormalities may cause: Facial asymmetry Underbite; i.e. lower front teeth which are in front of the upper front teeth Severe horizontal overbite; i.e. upper front teeth which are positioned too far [...]

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    TMJ Problems

    Temporomandibular joints (TMJs) connect the upper jaw to the lower jaw.  TMJ disorders are a group of complex problems which may lead to: Pain, sensitivity or tenderness in the jaw or facial muscles A stuck or locked jaw Inability to open wide due to pain or tightness Clicking, popping or grinding[...]

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    Obstructive Sleep Apnea

    Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when your throat muscles intermittently relax and block your airway during sleep. A noticeable sign of obstructive sleep apnea is snoring. Treatments for obstructive sleep apnea are available. One treatment option that we offer is a mouthpiece to thrust the lower jaw [...]

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