Children’s jaws are still growing, which makes early orthodontic care especially effective. During childhood, the bones are more adaptable and responsive to treatment. This flexibility allows orthodontists to guide jaw development and tooth positioning before growth is complete. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children receive an initial orthodontic evaluation by age seven (AAO, 2023). At this stage, […]

Seizures are the hallmark symptom of epilepsy and they are also the reason why so many epilepsy sufferers will need to visit the dentist. Both the disorder and the treatment for the disorder can make regular trips to the dentist more difficult. However, those with epilepsy should still visit the dentist and undergo orthodontic treatment […]

Teenagers all over the United States have been taking part in a DIY braces trend called “gap bands.” These bands are used as a way to remove a gap between teeth. There are websites catering specifically to teens that sell gap band products. But please beware that this is a very dangerous trend and can […]

There are many people in history who are known for doing amazing or even infamous things. However, what we don’t always hear about are the day jobs these people worked. It may surprise you to learn that some of these well-known people were actually dentists before going on to make history for something else. Famous […]

Teeth whitening is a billion-dollar industry. In fact, in 2016, more than $1.4 billion dollars was spent on teeth-whitening products in the U.S. alone. Teeth whitening as we know it now has been continuously improving since the 1980’s. Both with in-office treatments and take-home gels. But because people are often concerned with the cost of […]