Orthodontics | Blog Posts
So, you’re out from behind those cold metal bars. No, not those cold metal bars! You’ve finally gotten your braces off – and that means it’s time to celebrate. Here are some fun ways to show off your beautiful new braces-free smile. After all, you earned it! Chew Some (Sugarless) Gum Yes, it’s really OK… Continue Reading:
Retainers are an expensive but vitally important part of most orthodontic treatments. You’ve already invested time and money into getting your teeth where you want them, but without a retainer, they may not stay there. But let’s face it – at up to $400 a pop, retainers aren’t exactly something you want to keep replacing.… Continue Reading:
Some common misconceptions we hear from adult patients is that “braces are just for kids” or “I’m too old to get my teeth straightened.” But in most cases, those statements are simply not true. The truth is, you’re never “too old” for braces or aligners, but there are some things to consider when attempting to… Continue Reading:
When orthodontic patients finally get to experience the relief and joy of getting their braces removed, most have a few expectations: that their teeth will be straight, their bite will be adjusted, and their smile will finally be something they can be proud to show off. But while this best-case scenario is a common one,… Continue Reading:
Wearing braces is one of those rites of passage that nobody looks forward to – from the teens stuck wearing them to the parents stuck paying for them, most families would rather complete the process as soon as possible. Unfortunately, orthodontic treatments only go as fast as your teeth are willing to move. But a… Continue Reading:
Gap teeth, or diastema, is a dental phenomenon that occurs in an estimated 95 percent of children in America. It is defined as a gap or space between two teeth, most commonly the top two incisors. Diastema can be caused by many things, including overcrowding of teeth, missing teeth, thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, a large… Continue Reading:
With so many conflicting reports in the news, it’s hard to know which side of an issue is the right side to be on. Thankfully, there are experts we trust to help us separate fact from hysteria. In that spirit, here are some of the most controversial dental topics to make headlines, and Dr. Hill’s… Continue Reading:
