Beyond Straight Teeth: How Orthodontics, Breathing, and Sleep Are Connected in Kids.
When most parents think about orthodontics, they think about straight teeth and a nice smile. But today, there’s a much bigger and more important conversation—how your child’s breathing and sleep affect their overall health and development. If your child snores, breathes through their mouth, or seems tired even after a full night’s sleep, these may […]
Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment by Adam Weiss D.M.D., Board Certified Orthodontist
Orthodontic treatment is the process of straightening or moving teeth to improve their alignment and appearance. It also can involve changing the shape of the maxilla and/or mandible that house the teeth. The benefits of orthodontic treatment are numerous, and can have a profound impact on an individual’s overall oral health, self-esteem, and quality of […]
Tobacco Products and Your Teen’s Dental Health
Teenagers can be vulnerable to many negative habits, and one of the most harmful is tobacco use. Cigarettes and smokeless tobacco products are popular among teenagers, who often do not understand the long-term effects they can have on their overall health. The dangers of tobacco use are well known and have been studied extensively. E-cigarettes […]
Position Paper on Root Resorption in Orthodontic Treatment
Root Resorption is the shortening of the root length of a tooth when compared to the pre-treatment panoramic or periapical radiograph. It is most common in the maxillary incisors, followed by the mandibular incisors. The incidence of root resorption in the orthodontically treated population is greater than 90%. Within this group, the incidence of moderate […]
The Pursuit of Straight Teeth
Humans have a long history of crooked teeth! Irregularities in the alignment of teeth have been found by archaeologists in human remains that date back 50,000 years! People realized long ago that straighter teeth looked better, worked better and even made them feel better about themselves. Americans especially take pride in having straight teeth so it’s no […]
Orthodontics 101
Orthodontists are dental specialists who concentrate on fixing irregularities in teeth and jaws. They straighten teeth and help correct problems such as crowding, overbites and underbites. Many patients believe that getting orthodontic treatment is all about cosmetics. This is a common misconception. The proper alignment of teeth can benefit a person’s overall dental health as […]
Protect Your Kids’ Teeth This Summer!
As more people get vaccinated over time, we are all hoping that this summer starts to bring things back to normal for everyone. And now that good weather is finally here, the kids are starting to get back out there and enjoy time with friends! To kids, summer means playing lots of sports and participating […]
Clear Aligner Orthodontic Treatment
When clear aligner orthodontic treatment is discussed, most patients are familiar with the company Invisalign. Today, there are other companies providing clear aligner therapies, including some “do it yourself” options which will be discussed later. Invisalign, a forerunner in the industry, began marketing over 20 years and offers a comprehensive option to be used in […]
Jaw Expansion in Orthodontics
JAW EXPANSION: The Answer to Crowded Teeth? By Adam J. Weiss, DMD Jaw expansion, or widening of the maxilla […]
Early Orthodontic Treatment
Early Orthodontic Treatment—Is it really necessary? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a child’s first visit to the Orthodontist to be at 7 years old. At this age, most children still have 12 primary or baby teeth remaining in their mouth. Since braces are usually placed on the adult teeth, this age is typically too young for full […]