Palatal expanders. The benefit of having a specialist in orthodontics from childhood is that the growth of teeth is monitored and treatment is carried out immediately if necessary. In this article, we look at what palatal expanders are and how to avoid the removal of teeth. Let’s get going. Share PostTwitterFacebookEmailjoelgluckDr. Joel Gluck has practiced orthodontics […]
Can Retainers Fix a Slight Shift of Teeth? | FAST FACTS 2020
This is a very common question we receive when patients come in for a consultation. Most of the time, they are a young adult who had braces as a child, did not wear a retainer for a while, and have had some teeth shifting. So can retainers correct tooth shifting? That completely depends on the amount […]
Curious About Removing Braces Yourself? | 9 REASONS YOU SHOULDN’T
Curious about removing braces yourself? You’ve worked hard on achieving a better smile over the past few months or years. Now, however, you’ve decided that it is time to get those brackets off of your teeth so that you can get back to enjoying your normal life. While it is common to get frustrated waiting […]
5 Amazing Answers | Invisalign Treatment Completed
So, your Invisalign treatment completed and now are wondering what happens next. That’s a great question! It is very important to understand that even though your teeth have been successfully moved to their new position, with a nice alignment and bite, the natural tendency is for the teeth to want to shift back. Share PostTwitterFacebookEmailjoelgluckDr. […]
The Importance of Retainers
Retain Yourselves For many patients today, receiving orthodontic care is a life-transforming experience. After living with crooked or misaligned teeth and the pain and discomfort that comes with it, feeling proud of your straight, white smile is one of the best feelings in the world! Share PostTwitterFacebookEmailjoelgluckDr. Joel Gluck has practiced orthodontics since 1983 when […]
What’s The Difference [Between] A Dentist, Endodontist, And Orthodontist?
It seems there’s a doctor for everything, which can be quite confusing when you aren’t sure what you’re looking for. However, each of these medical professionals is skilled, highly-trained, and educated regarding a very specific part of the body as well as a very specific job for that part of the body. Dental professionals are […]
Is It Safe to Undergo Orthodontic Treatments [During Pregnancy]?
Pregnancy is such a beautiful time in a woman’s life no matter how her pregnancy goes. Even expectant mothers who are sick more often than not and find many things they once loved more uncomfortable than ever, it’s beautiful to grow a human. The one thing many pregnant women like least of all is the […]
Wear a Smile and Be Pretty in 2017
A Smile Is The Prettiest Thing You Can Wear Enjoy a Prettier Smile After Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment. When you think about how much money that you spend on clothing or makeup, it makes sense to spend more money on orthodontic treatment instead. The first thing that someone will notice is your smile, but if you aren’t […]
I Want a Perfect Smile when My Braces Come off!
LAST UPDATED: FEBRUARY 28, 2017 Offering a smile is a way to express happiness, joy, and a feel that you are glad to meet someone. It can also cause great discomfort when you feel your smile is just not up to par. It can affect our daily interactions with everyone in life. It might […]
How to Take Care of Your Retainers
Tips to Help you Take Excellent Care of your Retainers The braces are finally coming off, but your orthodontist wants you to wear a retainer. Do not get down in the dumps, you are closer to securing that beautiful smile and healthy teeth. In order to help your teeth maintain their new, corrected position. These […]