by Zola Makrauer | Dental Tips, Dental Treatments and Procedures, Straighten Your Teeth
Braces have always been the go-to when it comes to straightening your teeth. But over the last decade or so, several alternatives to braces have been making a splash in the dental world. One of the most popular is ClearCorrect, a braces alternative designed to be...
by Zola Makrauer | Dental Tips, Straighten Your Teeth
Malocclusion is the term used to describe misaligned teeth and a misaligned bite. Malocclusion is a common dental problem and can be identified by a dentist. Braces are the most common path of treatment for misaligned teeth, although other forms of orthodontic...
by Zola Makrauer | Dental Tips, Straighten Your Teeth
In simple terms, dental crowding is caused by teeth being too large for the jaw they’re growing in. Let’s take a closer look at dental crowding and the problems it can cause. What challenges does dental crowding cause? If the teeth do not have enough space...
by Zola Makrauer | Dental Tips, Keeping Your Teeth Clean, Straighten Your Teeth
If you have braces or are going to get them soon, you must remember that braces require special attention. Food and plaque can get stuck in your braces just like they can get stuck between teeth. When this debris is not removed from the teeth, a patient may develop...
by Zola Makrauer | Dental Tips, Straighten Your Teeth
At Huntingdon Valley Dental Arts, many patients ask us, “Why are my teeth shifting?” The answer is that it’s natural for teeth to shift over time. Even if you’ve had orthodontic treatment, your teeth will shift unless you continue to wear a retainer indefinitely....
by Zola Makrauer | Dental Tips, Straighten Your Teeth
Invisalign is a great choice for patients looking for an easily managed and great looking option to straighten their teeth. It’s especially great for patients who simply don’t want to be self-conscious about traditional wire braces. In fact, you’ve probably seen...
