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FROM OUR BLOG

The importance of proper oral hygiene.

 Tuesday, December 27, 2011

People every year attempt life changing resolutions; we thought that if we shared the importance of proper oral hygeine that it might be easier to stick to your New Year's Resolutions.   Read More

Top 5 Holiday Dental Tips

 Thursday, December 08, 2011

We hope you are enjoying this Holiday season with one holiday down and two more major one's on the way here are some things to think about and some things to avoid an untimely emergency visit to our office.  Read More








The hygienic benefits of Invisalign
It's removable for good hygiene.You can brush and floss normally, which can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Some orthodontic appliances. like braces, can cause gingivitis (usually reversible once the braces are removed.)

Your gum health may improve.
Research has shown that periodontal tissue health may improve with use of Invisalign Aligners during your orthodontic treatment.

You can still eat what you want.
Because the Aligners are removable you don't have to worry about what you eat.

Cleanings are quicker and easier than with traditional orthodontics.

Crowding
Not Enough Room for the Teeth

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Protruding Upper Teeth: "Buck Teeth"

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Upper front teeth hide lower teeth

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Center of upper front teeth and center of lower teeth don't line up

Spacing
Spaces Between the Teeth

Class III
Protruding lower teeth "underbite"

Invisalign - Open Bite Open Bite
Back teeth are together but space is present between the front teeth

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Upper teeth fit inside lower teeth


Improved Chewing and Speech
In some instances, speech problems may result from poorly positioned teeth and jaws.Correction of the bite can help improve chewing and speech .

Decreased Risk of Dental Trauma and Abnormal Wear
Properly aligned teeth are less stressful on the supporting bone and jaw joints.More Beautiful Smiles Straightening your teeth with Invisalign will make you feel less self conscious and more confident.

Ask your doctor about Invisalign and Start Smiling More!