Is 15 a good age to get braces?
Is 15 a good age to get braces? Definitely yes, but the best age for braces will depend on each patient, in particular, the most common age to start orthodontic treatment is in the teenage years between 12 and 17 years, since the jaw and teeth are fully developed. The lowest prices on braces… ever! […]
Do braces make you more attractive?
Do braces make you more attractive? Do braces change your jawline? Is normal for people to start orthodontic treatment for dental health reasons, but in our clinic at Camelback we always say to our patients that aligning your teeth can improve your overall appearance, giving as a result many benefits in your life, for example: […]
What’s the fastest way to straighten teeth?
When you’re looking for orthodontic treatment to achieve the healthy and beautiful smile you’re looking for, it is normal to inquire how long braces take to straighten teeth, and what’s the fastest way to straighten teeth. There are many options in the market, but in our clinic, at the Desert Sky Mall we always tell […]
How much do braces hurt on a scale of 1-10?
In our clinic in Downtown PHX, the patients always ask us how much braces hurt on a scale of 1-10, or if it hurts the first day when you start orthodontic treatment. The truth is it doesn’t hurt at all, but it’s completely normal to have some discomfort for a few days after your first […]
Can you chew gum with braces?
Before starting orthodontic treatment, the most common questions we receive at Somos Dental Avondale are “can you chew gum with braces?” or “What can I do if the gum gets stuck in my braces?”. Although it’s usually not a good idea to chew gum when you have orthodontics, some folks still want to know if […]
How long does it take to put braces on?
One of the main concerns, when our patients consider starting an orthodontic treatment, is How long does it take to put braces on? and how much does it cost to get braces? It’s completely normal to not know what to expect and have a lot of questions about it, but you can move forward with […]
Best age to get braces for an overbite
If one of your loved ones has a bite out of place, surely you’re wondering the best age to get braces for an overbite? Overbite isn’t a cosmetic problem, in fact, it can cause health and psychological problems. Whit this in mind is recommendable to start orthodontic treatment as soon as possible. But, before knowing […]
At what age can kids get braces?
If you have children, in particular, you may be thinking, at what age can kids get braces? or when should my child see an orthodontist? In fact, 50 to 70% of American teenagers will need to wear braces before they become adults. Braces can help our sons to achieve a beautiful smile, at the same time […]
How do braces work on crooked teeth?
Braces on crooked teeth aren’t a brute force solution, in particular, they worked to realign teeth in a healthy and natural way, but maybe you are wondering, how do braces move teeth? Thus, orthodontic treatment uses devices to correct crowded teeth or a misaligned jaw, namely malocclusion. Usually, most patients start the treatment during adolescence, […]
What are braces made of?
When you’re starting orthodontic treatment, it is common to ask, what are braces made of? To illustrate, braces can be made of different materials, but, they are commonly made of nickel, chromium, and titanium alloys. For instance, sometimes precious metals are employed in the making of orthodontic, such as gold and sapphire. This leads us […]
