We all want to take care of our teeth, and for those suffering from the teeth grinding condition known as bruxism, there is a lot more to worry about. It causes a greater level of tooth erosion than nearly any other condition, and it affects up to a third or the population. If you are thinking about getting orthodontic treatment but you are worried that your bruxism may affect it, we are here to … [Read more...]
How to Maintain the Different Types of Braces
Braces play an important role in fixing various dental problems such as correcting bites and aligning teeth, among other cosmetic issues. Misaligned teeth negatively affect your look and can cause difficulties in chewing, speech impediments, jaw pain, gum disease, sleep apnea or the grinding of teeth, among others. Braces help to solve such issues, but you need to clean and care for them to … [Read more...]
Things to Know About Braces for Kids
Braces play an important role in straightening teeth and maintaining the overall dental health of the patient. If your child has had problems such as tooth decay or has lost their baby teeth prematurely, complications that necessitate wearing braces may develop. If you suspect any problems with their teeth, be sure to take your child to our Dallas orthodontist to for an examination to determine … [Read more...]
Amazing Facts to Know Before Getting Braces in Dallas, TX
Crooked teeth can be quite uncomfortable no matter your age and the state of your mouth. They impact your self-esteem because crooked teeth are viewed in a negative way. To solve the problem of crooked teeth, most dentists will recommend that your child gets braces. Getting the right braces can be a complex issue, but it does not have to be that way. With the proper guidance, orthodontic treatment … [Read more...]
What Type of Braces Do I Need?
There are lots of different types of braces that you can use to correct your teeth and make sure they are properly aligned. At Ragan Orthodontics, our orthodontist in Dallas will help you to choose the correct type, but here we explore some of the different types of braces you can use for various problems. Traditional Traditional braces are produced from a high-grade steel and have a metal … [Read more...]
7 Reasons to Get Braces Even If Your Teeth Look Fine
Wondering why you need braces, even though you have a flawless smile? Child, adult, and teen braces aren’t just to give you a straight set of pearly whites for the camera, though that’s certainly a plus. Here are just some of the reasons to see our orthodontic specialist outside of a beautiful smile: Headaches A poorly aligned jaw and teeth can lead to chronic headaches and jaw pain, even if … [Read more...]
What are the Benefits of Having Braces?
Chances are you have come across someone who uses braces. While you may have made fun of kids who used braces back in your schooldays, it is clear they play an important role in the dental health of many people. Currently, about a quarter of the Americans who use braces for teeth are adults. Straightening Teeth The number one use of braces is to straighten teeth. If you have crooked or … [Read more...]
Braces for Adults: Am I Too Old to Straighten My Teeth?
Braces straighten your teeth, fix your bite and align your jaws. They space out crowded teeth, close gaps and generally improve your appearance and your oral health. These benefits are not just for teenagers. They can apply to adults, too. Many adults fail to get these benefits because they cannot imagine wearing a mouth full of metal. However, the good news is there are many alternatives to … [Read more...]
When to Consider iBraces
iBraces are a brand of lingual braces, which are metal braces mounted on the lingual or tongue side of the teeth. That arrangement has the advantage of making them invisible to others -- hence the "i" in "iBraces." Lingual braces are also sometimes called "inside braces." They are used to treat the same kinds of crowding and bite issues as are regular braces. Most patients wear lingual braces for … [Read more...]
Invisalign Teen Vs Braces for Adolescent Orthodontics
Adolescents encounter teeth alignment issues just as often as adults do. They may have bite issues, spacing issues or other conditions that could potentially cause challenges in eating, self-image development and speech. The difference between adults and adolescents is the fact that an adolescent's bone structure is more malleable. Correcting issues before they develop into permanent … [Read more...]
