Straight teeth are not the only reason to get orthodontic treatment. Apart from fixing crowding, spacing, and crooked teeth, you should also correct your bite. Keep reading below to find out what are common bite problems, why fixing the bite is important, and how to fix the bite. When you get braces or clear aligners […]
You may be wondering what impacted teeth are, and why you may need braces to fix it. Keep reading below to find out what impacted teeth are, how to avoid them, and what to do if you have them. What is an impacted tooth? An impacted tooth is a tooth that is stuck inside […]
Do you or your child participate in contact sports? Are you eager to start braces in Vacaville but don’t know which mouth guards for braces to try? Are you in braces, but you started a new sport that requires mouth guards? You’re in the right place! We have a list of orthodontics-friendly mouth guards for […]
You’ve started your braces or clear aligner journey and go to orthodontic appointments regularly. You may be thinking – why do I still need dental cleanings during orthodontic treatment? Maybe your dentist told you that you need to go even more often! To understand why, it is important to understand how plaque and tartar form […]
Summer break is in full swing! Kids are out of school, the days are long, and people are taking advantage of this time to finally travel. Going on vacation will naturally come with a change in routine. Here is some handy information for when you are in orthodontic treatment and are traveling with braces & […]
Did you just finish orthodontic treatment and forgot some instructions on how to care for your retainers? Have you been done with treatment for a while and need a refresher on what you can and cannot do with your retainers? Do you just want some more information on retainers and why you have to wear […]
What are white spots? White spots are permanent white stains in the outside layer of your tooth, enamel. A better description would be a permanent tooth scar. They are the first step of cavities before the cavity becomes a hole in your tooth. These white stains cannot be brushed off. You can’t get rid of them […]
Easter is right around the corner! With Easter comes spending precious time with the family, egg hunts, and what kids might find the most exciting of all, Easter candies! If you are in orthodontic treatment (especially braces), you will have to be diligent about what candy you should and should not eat. As a rule […]
Finally, you are done with your orthodontic treatment! Now, it is time to wear your retainers to prevent your teeth from shifting back. Your orthodontist will likely tell you to wear them all the time for the first 3-6 months, then nightly thereafter. The first question you might ask is, “How long do I have […]
Adult orthodontics is a bit different than kids’ or teens’ treatments. Teeth in adults can move a bit differently and treatment plans may not be the same, even with the same kind of bite or crowding. For example, a child is still growing, and an adult has already finished development. As you age, your […]