Dr Doug Crosby What are Braces? Dental braces are orthodontic devices, generally made from thin, strong wires, used to gently realign teeth. A wide variety of tooth misalignment problems can be gradually corrected by braces – particularly, crooked or crowded teeth. What Is Invisalign? Invisalign is a brand of clear plastic spacers also used to fix a range … Read more
When your children have dental problems, such as tooth decay, you know that they should see a dentist. However, when they have problems that affect the way their teeth are lined up, you should be making an appointment for them to see an orthodontist instead. Similarities Between Dentists and Orthodontists Dentists and orthodontists both provide … Read more
1. Eat soft foods for the first few days. The bulk of orthodontic brace pain will happen in the first 24 to 72 hours after braces are put on your teeth. During the first few days, eat very soft foods that don’t require much chewing until you are more accustomed to eating with braces. Foods … Read more