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Jaw Surgery may be Necessary to Overcome Some Teeth Misalignments
posted: May 02, 2014.
Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of misaligned teeth, or malocclusions. The goal is to help patients achieve better long-term oral health by Read more -
Actress Katherine Heigl Straightened Her Smile with Invisalign Clear Aligners
posted: Apr. 17, 2014.
Many adults these days are opting for clear aligners to correct orthodontic problems that have long bothered them. Katherine Heigl is a perfect example. She had one tooth that Read more -
Treating Bite Problems Early Could Make Later Treatment Easier or Unnecessary
posted: Apr. 02, 2014.
When most people think of orthodontic treatment, they may think of braces worn during the teenage years. But there are some types of malocclusions (bad bites) that may benefit Read more -
TV Host Maria Menounos Puts Diabetes in the Spotlight
posted: Mar. 18, 2014.
Maria Menounos, an independent filmmaker, actress, and co-host of daily entertainment news program Extra, learned at an early age about the importance of maintaining good general and dental health Read more -
Gum Inflammation Could Have an Effect on Your Heart Health
posted: Mar. 03, 2014.
Your body’s organ systems are interlinked — what happens in one system may affect another. An example of this is the interrelationship between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease Read more -
Catherine Zeta-Jones' Award-Winning Smile
posted: Feb. 21, 2014.
She received an academy award for best supporting actress in Chicago (2002); she regularly stars in big Hollywood films like Oceans Twelve and Side Effects. And she’s been named Read more -
Diagnosing the Exact Injury is Key to Treating Jaw Pain
posted: Feb. 05, 2014.
Your lower jaw is an integral part of eating, speaking and other tasks involving the mouth. But what happens if you suffer an injury to one of the two Read more -
What Won't Florence Henderson Leave Home Without?
posted: Jan. 14, 2014.
She's an international star who's recognized everywhere she goes. As Carol Brady, she was an ambassador for the “blended family” before most of us even knew what to call Read more -
TADs Contribute to Greater Precision During Orthodontic Treatment
posted: Dec. 30, 2013.
The field of orthodontics continues to progress with new and innovative techniques. One such innovation is known as a TAD — Temporary Anchorage Device. Best described as “mini-implants,” TADs Read more -
The Gap Is No More
posted: Dec. 27, 2013.
This is the story of a well-known man, fearless in most respects, who was afraid of the dentist. Even though his fears had resulted in neglect and serious damage Read more -
Caught Early, Cross-Bites can be Corrected With Palatal Expanders
posted: Dec. 12, 2013.
There’s more to orthodontics than simply moving teeth. Especially with children and adolescents, we also want to guide the development of the entire facial structure to solve certain types Read more -
Flossing: An Important Part of TV Designer Nate Berkus' Oral Health Routine
posted: Nov. 27, 2013.
As one of America's most beloved go-to guys for inspiration on the latest interior design trends, Nate Berkus has written a highly successful book, Home Rules: Transform the Place Read more -
Straightening Teeth can Lead to a Better Smile and Better Oral Health
posted: Nov. 12, 2013.
The perception that orthodontics is mainly for children or teenagers is changing rapidly. The number of adults seeking treatment for misaligned teeth is on the rise, especially with the Read more -
Cat Cora's 6 Ways to Keep Kids Off Junk Food
posted: Oct. 28, 2013.
Junk food and between-meal sweets are a habit for many of us, even though we know it is bad for our bodies and our teeth. As adults, we are Read more -
Treating Thumb Sucking Now Could Reduce Orthodontic Treatment Later
posted: Oct. 18, 2013.
One of the most common parental concerns is the habit of many children, even late into childhood, to suck their thumbs or fingers. Many parents have asked us, “Could Read more -
Grandpa Knows Best: How Kristi Yamaguchi Manages Her Kids' Oral Health
posted: Oct. 04, 2013.
When Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi wanted to help her kids develop good oral health habits, the gold-medal-winner made good use of a family connection: Her father Jim Yamaguchi Read more
