How We Correct Overlapping Teeth

Categories: Orthodontics
overlapping teeth

Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Do you have one tooth in front of another in your mouth? This means that you have teeth that overlap, and it is more common than you might think. If you have overlapping teeth, this can cause multiple concerns, with regard to the aesthetics of your smile and even potentially […]

Don’t Roll the Dice on Mail-Order Orthodontics

Categories: Orthodontics
mail order ortho

Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz CA Thanks to scientific advances, orthodontic treatment is more convenient and accessible than ever. Today, you have the option of receiving orthodontics without ever visiting a dentist–through a mail-order orthodontic company. These companies advertise the ability to send orthodontic treatment directly to your home, without the hassle of in-person appointments. If […]

What to do if your Brackets Break

Categories: Orthodontics
broken bracket

SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA No matter where you are when your braces break, it can throw you for a loop and may create panic. Broken or loose brackets can loosen and reduce your orthodontic treatment effectiveness and can sometimes create oral injuries or pain. Our Santa Cruz family dentists expect the occasional broken wire […]

The Best Oral Hygiene Hacks if you Wear Braces

Categories: Orthodontics
oral hacks for braces

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA There are a lot of people in the world that wear braces, and if you are one of them, you know how important it is to keep your teeth clean. When wearing braces, you must pay special attention while cleaning your teeth and gums. Oral hygiene is very important. Suppose […]

4 Reasons to Love Functional Orthodontics

Categories: Orthodontics
functional orthodontics

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA The focus of orthodontics is to address misaligned teeth. While traditional orthodontics does just that, it doesn’t address the underlying cause or poor oral habit that caused the issue in the first place. However, functional orthodontics takes a unique approach to straighten teeth. Not only do functional orthodontics help bring […]

5 Simple Solutions to caring for your Braces

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caring for teeth with braces

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Getting braces can be an exciting time. While some patients may only need to wear their braces for a short while, others may need to receive orthodontic care for several years. Either way, every patient looks forward to the day that their braces are taken off to reveal their perfectly […]

What are my Options for Fixing Crooked, Crowded Teeth?

Categories: Orthodontics
options to fix crooked teeth

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Thoughts of straightening teeth could bring images of metal or multicolored brackets, wires, and rubber bands many teens wear. You might be an adult that needed braces as a kid or teen but wasn’t able to get them for one reason or another. Fortunately, our Scotts Valley dentists that offer […]

Do you need Braces? Here are Key Signs that you Do

Categories: Orthodontics
do i need braces

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Maybe you had braces as a teen and experienced and your teeth are now crooked again an adult. Perhaps you needed braces as a teen but weren’t able to get them, for whatever reason. No matter the specifics of your situation, if you’re an adult who needs braces, you’re not […]

Is My Kid Too Young for Braces?

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is my kid too young for braces

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Parents want the best for their children, especially when it comes to health. If your child has gapped, protruding, or crowded teeth, you may be curious about orthodontic treatment. While braces might not be recommended for your child until he or she is a little bit older, there are other […]