Since quarantines from the State of Florida have ended post-pandemic, Florida Smiles Dental has seen a resurgence of teeth cleanings, teeth whitening, as well as families coming in for appointments for Invisalign.
Read More'Direct-to-consumer orthodontic services, which ship teeth alignment trays to the consumer, forego in-office assessments and professional supervision, place consumers in danger.' - Dr. Alla Dorfman
Read MorePrevention starts with seeing a dentist. Seeing a dentist regularly is one of the best ways to prevent a dental emergency from occurring. Intense and sometimes debilitating pain often occurs after an issue in the mouth has gone untreated.
Read MoreThe only event for dentists to learn the skills required to add comprehensive orthodontics into their practice. Training in all areas of comprehensive and airway-friendly orthodontics: Aligners, Straightwire and Phase 1, Case Selection, Insurance Billing, Retention and more. Spend two full days training with this expert team and walk out with one IDB case ready to deliver for free (a $900 value). Get the hands-on training to add orthodontic procedures and huge revenue to a practice. Space is very limited.
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment used to correct problems with the position of teeth in the jaw or even the size of the arches of the jaw. CPAP therapy is used to lessen the side effects of sleep apnea. This press release discusses if they can be combined.
Read MoreThe roots of teeth can be shorter than average due to genetics, trauma, surgery or the reabsorption of the tooth by the body. Whatever the cause, many with this problem wonder how long their teeth might last. Are there complications involved?
Read MoreThis webinar will feature Dr. Rishi Popat, DMD - Orthodontist. Dr. Popat will teach dentists some tips and tricks about how he uses indirect bonding in his practice and ways to save money on straightwire cases while still obtaining ideal outcomes. To register, visit www.straightsmilesolutions.com/media
Read MoreStraightSmile Solutions is excited to be collaborating with doctors and teams around the world to bring complimentary, educational webinars to the dental community. This month, there will be a lecture on CBCT in GP Orthodontics. To register, click here: www.straightsmilesolutions.com/media. To encourage collaborative learning, there is a limit of 100 doctors per session.
Read MoreOrthodontic Consulting Services for Dentists and Dental Labs: The lowest-cost support and courses for Invisalign, braces, ClearCorrect, straightwire, Phase 1 and functional appliances
Read MoreMany patients wonder just how long they have to wear clear aligners like Invisalign every day. For example, must the aligners be worn while they sleep? This press release answers a patient question on the subject.
Read MoreSome concern is voiced around the Internet that clear aligners, mouthguards, nightguards and similar devices lead to cavities. Here are specific suggestions on how to prevent a mouthguard from becoming a home for relatively large numbers of bacteria.
Read MoreFlorida Smiles Dental in Lighthouse Point is a cosmetic dentistry providing Invisalign, dental implants, cleanings, whitenings, periodontal therapy, restoration and more.
Read MoreMail order orthodontics are often touted on social media. Just because they worked for one person, will they work for everyone? Are there consequences of not having a dentist or orthodontist examine the mouth first? What can happen if orthodontics are performed without x-rays?
Read MoreInvisalign uses clear aligners to correct imperfect teeth and arches. Although treatment usually provides great benefits to sleep apnea patients, what happens if they are already wearing an oral appliance to improve their breathing? Here we answer patient questions by describing how this problem is resolved.
Read MoreInterproximal reduction, or IPR, is a dental technique used to create space between the teeth. Since it involves removing some of the enamel, many patients worry about its consequences. How much is removed? What does that represent? Why is it typically done?
Read MoreIntraoral scanning has changed the way dentists take images of the teeth and gums. Before, sticky dental molds captured an impression of teeth as the patient bit down on a tray of plaster. Today, you can take better images with the iTero digital scanner and the newest system available is the Element.
Read MorePatients occasionally note that their teeth feel loose while they undergo an orthodontic procedure with Invisalign. Is this normal? Is it simply part of the orthodontic process? Why don't their friends with braces feel the same way? This article answers these questions.
Read MoreInvisalign is a clear plastic form of orthodontics, preferred by many for its invisibility and comfort. Can this treatment method cause oral cysts to form? An examination of the medical literature reveals the answer.
Read MoreAn FSA or HSA are health care accounts used to save on taxes while paying for health care. Many patients with crooked teeth wonder if orthodontic treatment, such as Invisalign, is included in the permissible expenses.
Read MoreArch width is often a factor in various dental and health problems. Crowded teeth are connected with arch width. A higher risk of bruxism and sleep apnea are also found in people with narrow arches. So what is an average size dental arch and what is considered narrow?
Read MoreSome people worry that getting orthodontic treatment, especially with clear plastic aligners like Invisalign, leads to loose teeth and tooth loss. For an explanation regarding this fear, the dentists of the Sacramento Dentistry Group provide an explanation of how orthodontic forces affect the teeth.
Read MoreWhile narrow arches are often implicated in sleep apnea problems, breathing problems may be the cause of narrow arches in the first place. Sacramento Dentistry Group examines the factors linked to mouth breathing that are cited as causing improper arch development when people are youngsters. Narrow arches can be corrected by orthodontics.
Read MoreWhile some hope Invisalign can cure bad breath, it really repairs bad bites, cosmetic dental problems and possibly even sleep apnea or snoring. This, however, is the short list and more information is available from the Sacramento Dentistry Group dentists.
Read MoreWhat is Propel and why do people question combining Propel with spicy foods? Propel is a technique used to speed up orthodontic procedures. How the technique works explains why spicy foods are not recommended after such treatment.
Read MoreOrthodontic patients often ask which process is faster, braces or Invisalign. This press release discussed the answer to this question, how Propel technology affects treatment time for both braces and Invisalign, and also what some of the primary advantages and disadvantages are for both treatment systems.
Read MoreThis article explains the three main causes of crowded or crooked teeth that produce a misshapen smile. It also discusses the benefits of fixing the causes with orthodontics, instead of just focusing on the symptoms. Invisalign, braces or the DNA appliance system can all be applied to repairing this dental issue.
Read MoreIPR or Interproximal Reduction is a common procedure used during Invisalign orthodontic treatment. IPR is often necessary when patients have crowded teeth. This article explains what IPR is, how it works and why patients should not fear IPR.
Read MoreThe excellent service provided by the Sacramento Dentistry Group is complemented by the care given at its affiliate offices in Placerville and Yuba City. Here we introduce the dentists and procedures found at all three practices, including the Placerville Dental Group and the Yuba City Dentistry Group.
Read MoreTheir are significant advantages for teenagers wearing Invisalign Teen compared to young people wearing braces. Nevertheless, many parents are concerned about cost, effectiveness and whether their child will wear Invisalign regularly. This article addresses these concerns.
Read MoreSleep apnea and bruxism (teeth grinding) are two issues commonly seen together. A third factor that likely influences both is narrow upper or lower arches. The Sacramento Dentistry Group has treatment solutions for a narrow arch width, including Invisalign and the DNA appliance system.
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