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Clear Orthodontic Aligners are the rage
They are nearly invisible, they are effective in moving teeth and they can be customized to do a little movement or major movement. Some general dentists offer Invisalign. Our orthodontist offers Invisalign and standard braces but also a less expensive and equally effective 3M aligner option. We off
Why More Adults Are Getting Braces
More adults are getting orthodontic braces. But they face possible complications teens rarely see.
Learn What to do About a Loose Orthodontic Band
It is very common to have an orthodontic band become loose. Learn what to do when you have a loose orthodontic band, and how to fix it.
How can your dental practice easily incorporate clear aligner therapy?
With 87 percent of adults indicating that clear aligners would be the most acceptable form of orthodontic treatment, according to peer-reviewed scientific and medical journals,* the popularity of aligner therapy continues to rise. Learn how Carestream Dental and Formlabs Dental make designing and printing clear aligner models easy and affordable for clinicians
Why Invisalign Clear Aligners Are Great for Teens
Does your teen need orthodontic treatment but doesn't want traditional braces? Come to Coeur d'Alene Dental Center and ask about Invisalign clear aligners!
Why More Adults Are Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment
There are several options for orthodontic treatments, including the traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, clear aligners, and much more. Orthodontic treatments for adults have many benefits, including:
How Orthodontic Braces Work
Have you ever stepped back and thought about what is actually happening when your teeth are moved by orthodontic braces? Each tooth has a designated position in your mouth, and is secured by surrounding bone and ligaments, so how in the world can the orthodontist simply move them?! The reason this phenomenon is possible is ... Read more
The Top 5 Reasons Why You Should Wear Your Orthodontic Retainer
OK, so you've been getting orthodontic treatment for what seems like a long time, and finally, your braces are about to come off! Now you're home free, right?<br>Well, almost… but now comes the final part of your treatment: the retention phase. That means you'll need to wear a retainer. Most peo
Learn About Early Orthodontic Treatment
As a father himself, Dr. Bailey understands children can be intimidated by dental environments and believes it's important to make them f...
Orthodontic Treatment: Your Most Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you’re considering braces for your child or for yourself, it’s never too late to correct alignment and have the smile of your dreams. By Dr. Quoc Lu
Orthodontic Headgear: What It Is and Why It May be Needed
Most of us are quite familiar with what traditional braces look like. But occasionally we see more complex-looking devices being worn by young orthodontic patients: thicker wires that extend outside the mouth, with straps that may go behind the neck or over the chin. What are these devices, and why
Why Child Orthodontic Treatment is Vital
When talking about Why Child Orthodontic Treatment is Vital , it's important to understand that your child's bite is part of a complex biological system.
Early Orthodontic Signs Every Parent Should Know About
When you’re a parent, you would like to think that it’s possible to just look at your child’s smile and be able to tell if there are any problems with their bite. Sometimes this is possible if your child’s orthodontic problem is obvious. Unfortunately, this is not always the case
How to Care for Your Invisalign® Aligners
Is it possible to straighten the teeth without braces? Yes, it is. Welcome to the world of Invisalign aligners. Invisalign aligners are made from a clear, thermoplastic material that is custom made to fit your teeth. Unlike conventional braces, Invisalign aligners are removable. More importantly, the clear thermoplastic material makes the aligners invisible, which is..
An Invisalign® Dentist Explains How Aligners Are Created
As an Invisalign dentist , we know that this is one of the most innovative and effective ways to straighten teeth. Through a gradual progr...
How to complete orthodontic treatment with SDI Aura
How SDI Aura saved the day for a college student who wasn't happy with the initial result of her orthodontic treatment.
What Is the Difference between Traditional Expanders and Clear Aligners?
Traditional expanders and clear aligners can help to create a straighter smile and a more functional bite, but they are not the same type of orthodontic...
No More Brace Face? Teens Increasingly Use Clear Aligners
As treatment with aligners moves from the adult to the younger market, orthodontists are treating more children without traditional wire braces.
Clear aligners vs braces: Which one comes out on top?
When you have to decide between clear aligners and traditional braces, which treatment option is best for your patients? Researchers reviewed multiple scientific studies to evaluate the pros and cons of both tooth movement techniques.
4 Reasons Why Clear Aligners Are Better Than Braces
Metal Braces Vs. Clear Aligners Straight teeth are healthy teeth, no matter if we're comparing traditional metal braces with Invisalign, or any other clear aligner system. Whether you choose the more traditional method of straightening out your smile with metal braces or a more modern discreet approach - like Invisalign - there are a number…
What is Dental Monitoring?
There’s a thing or two about the process that you might find helpful if you’re considering getting clear aligners too!
