While people have been trying to straighten their teeth since ancient times, modern orthodontics dates back to the 18th century, when a pair of French dentists, Pierre Fauchard and Pierre Bourdet, wrote books about dentistry that included orthodontics. Another French dentist, Christophe-Francois Delabarre, developed the first modern braces in 1819. In the 1970s, dentists began […]
Go the Discreet Route with Invisalign
One thing everyone has in common is they all want their teeth to look good. Unfortunately, when there are a lot of issues regarding the teeth, the result is an imperfect smile. This often results in a lack of confidence causing difficulties in social situations. One of the main reasons people are not willing to […]
What Makes In-Ovation C Unique?
In-Ovation® C is a type of self-litigating bracket. The bracket is constructed of a ceramic material with the same performance and strength attributed to metal. Self-litigating braces have an improved aesthetic due to a rhodium clip and the specialized ceramic material. In-Ovation® C is also made using a natural color. This is an excellent choice […]
Straighten Your Teeth with the Damon System
The Damon® system is a type of self-ligating braces, but the fitting is the same as with traditional braces. The difference is in the brackets. Traditional braces have brackets requiring regular adjustments and tightening. A sliding mechanism is used by the Damon® system. The mechanism moves more naturally as the teeth begin to move into […]
How Do Clear Braces Work?
Clear braces, or in this case aligners, are becoming more and more popular with people who do not want the look or discomfort of traditional metal braces. They not only find traditional braces aesthetically unappealing, but the amount of dental hygiene that needs to be done to keep teeth and gums healthy while wearing them […]
The Importance of Finding an Orthodontist in Shreveport
When you have children, you should have access to an orthodontist in Shreveport. Most individuals have one or more dental malocclusions, and it is oftentimes easier to straighten misaligned teeth during childhood. This is when the facial bones are softer, so it is faster to repair major problems such as a palate that is too […]
Good Candidates for Metal Braces
When you look in a mirror, do you see teeth that aren’t straight? Do you have trouble talking or feel self-conscious because of the way that your teeth look and function because of an irregular bite? If so, then you might be a good candidate for metal braces. There are several issues that can be […]
Getting Started with Simpli5
Due to the pressure placed on the jaw on a daily basis, your teeth naturally drift and shift over time. This makes it almost impossible to get a flawless smile without the use of orthodontics. The only problem with this is the fact that most orthodontic treatments take a long time to work effectively. The […]
What Makes Invisalign So Effective?
Despite some amazing advancements in orthodontic technology recently, many patients are still not happy to hear that they need braces. Conventional metal braces have developed a stigma among many for being awkward, bulky, and conspicuous. Fortunately, you have another treatment option available called Invisalign®. What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is a type of orthodontic treatment that […]
Increase the Effectiveness of Your Orthodontic Treatment with AcceleDent
Braces and aligners are valuable tools for orthodontists. They use these and other devices to correct your misaligned smile. Some people respond very quickly while others might take a while for their bones to react to the procedure. The most common concerns are discomfort, time to achieve results, and speed of bone remodeling. While braces […]
