Invisalign or Ceramic Braces – Which Is Right for You?

If you don’t want to have the look of traditional braces during your orthodontic treatment, you have some great options! The two most common options for discreet orthodontic treatment are the Invisalign and ceramic braces. Both of these options are fantastic choices and come with their unique set of pros and cons. Invisalign Invisalign is…

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Do I Need Braces Again?

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While braces are often seen as a permanent fix for crooked teeth, this isn’t really the case. If you don’t follow your orthodontist’s aftercare instructions, you may end up needing a second round of orthodontic treatment. Luckily, it’s unlikely you’ll need a whole set of braces again to get your smile back on track. Reasons…

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Will Invisalign Lite Fix My Smile?

Because fixing orthodontic issues with braces comes with its fair share of adjustments, many patients consider another popular treatment option—Invisalign. This invisible treatment system allows you to get straight teeth by using removable aligners, which results in a more comfortable and convenient experience. What many patients don’t know is you can choose an abbreviated version…

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How Do Braces Work?

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If you’re considering starting orthodontic treatment with braces, you likely have a few questions you want answered. While you’re no doubt familiar with what braces are, you might still be wondering how they actually work. Parts of Braces To know how braces work, it helps to learn about the different parts that make up this…

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What Are the Risks of DIY Braces?

Ever since YouTube began helping people execute do-it-yourself (DIY) projects with accuracy and success, it’s become tempting to take on more challenging projects to save money. While this strategy works for learning how to crochet or paint your home, straightening your teeth should not be on that list any more than performing surgery or juggling…

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Budget-Friendly Ways to Pay for Invisalign

In the past, a beautiful, healthy smile was reserved for winners of the genetic lottery, born with perfectly-aligned teeth, and for those who could afford to write big checks and pay upfront for all the costs associated with orthodontic treatment. Thanks to payment plans and increased financing options offered by orthodontists, including Dabney Orthodontics, Invisalign…

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Orthodontics Awareness Month: How Orthodontic Treatment Can Help You

October brings visions of ghosts, ghouls and goblins for children, but for adults, it is also National Orthodontic Health Month. Orthodontists around the country (including us) like to celebrate this time by spreading awareness about the benefits of straight teeth and an aligned bite. Orthodontic Fun Facts – There are about four million people wearing…

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Keep Your Teeth and Braces Safe With the Foods You Eat

When you are wearing braces, nothing feels quite as important as what kinds of food you can eat. The wrong food can damage your braces or stain your teeth, particularly berries, curry sauce or grape juice. Protecting your new bands, archwires and brackets along with your teeth and gums quickly rise to the top of…

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Problems That Can Arise From a Misaligned Bite

Did you know there is a lesser-known cause for headaches that can be attributed to malocclusion? Malocclusion occurs when the jaws and teeth are misaligned due to abnormal positioning of the teeth when the jaws close. This can cause an overbite, underbite, crossbite or teeth crowding. While people often try to get their malocclusion treated…

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Traditional Braces for Your Teeth

Traditional braces have come a long way when it comes to straightening crooked teeth. In fact, they are ideal for a variety of tooth issues, not just crooked teeth. They can effectively close gaps for crowded or overlapping teeth, fix misaligned or protruding teeth, align a bad bite, and match up dental midlines to overcome…

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