If you have questions about retainers, you have come to the right blog. Today, our orthodontist, Dr. Jae Park, is happy to discuss retainers and hopefully answer some of the questions you might have. See, the more you know about retainers, the better, especially because it can help you properly and effectively care for your appliance, which can help you... read more »
Orthodontic treatment is quite convenient, especially because it offers different ways to achieve your perfect smile. One of those ways is with lingual braces. Lingual braces are just like traditional metal braces but instead of having the brackets cemented to the front surfaces of the teeth and connected by a wire, they are cemented to the back surfaces of the... read more »
If you’re aligning your teeth with braces, then you need to make your routine dental checkups a top priority. This is because they help you have the strong, healthy and top-notch smile, oral health and braces you need. They also help you prevent major dental issues, which can help you have a more successful orthodontic treatment. Our orthodontist, Dr. Jae... read more »
If you’re curious to know why brushing is very important when you have braces, then our orthodontist, Dr. Jae Park, is more than happy to help you. After all, brushing is recommended after every time you eat. That’s right, even after your snacks. To help you understand why, our orthodontist is happy to list a couple reasons here: Brushing removes... read more »
What is a malocclusion? A malocclusion is a term for any misalignment of the teeth or jaw. Typical examples include overbites, underbites, crossbites and open bites. A malocclusion can arise from a multitude of causes. For some individuals is the effect of a small jaw and too many teeth. Anciently, human jaws were larger. Dietary and genetic changes have changed... read more »
If you have braces, it’s very important to keep cavities at bay. That way you can maintain a top-notch oral health and smile while you align your teeth. To help you prevent cavities while you achieve the smile of your dreams, our orthodontist, Dr. Jae Park, is happy to give you some tips. First, brush your teeth regularly. Do so... read more »
Braces can help you achieve the smile of your dreams, but they can also make keeping up on oral hygiene a little difficult. This is tough because oral hygiene is vital if you want a strong oral health and top-notch orthodontic results. So, to make things a little easier, our orthodontist, Dr. Jae Park, would like to give you the... read more »
Orthodontic emergencies happen, even when you’re on vacation, and it’s best to treat the issue and improve the situation as soon as possible. Doing so can help you have a more convenient and relaxing trip. To help you take care of the problem, our orthodontist, Dr. Jae Park, instructs you to take certain steps. The first step is to adjust... read more »
Braces don't just straighten crowded or crooked smiles. They can, in fact, help your smile prevent or assist with a variety of oral health concerns. At the practice of Arizona Orthodontic Centers located in Phoenix, Arizona, we are pleased to work with people to not only beautify their smiles but created a healthier oral environment as well. You see, when... read more »
Bad oral hygiene is a problem many individuals face, which can lead to many oral health disorders, including tooth decay and gum disease. If you are currently in the process of receiving orthodontic care, bad oral hygiene can even affect the functionality of your treatments, including braces. Here are some tips for overcoming bad oral hygiene with clean braces: -... read more »