Starting orthodontic treatment is a big step, and we’re here to make it easy to understand. Explore our patient videos to learn what to expect throughout your orthodontic journey and understand each step of treatment.
An early check-up lets us watch how the jaw and adult teeth are coming in — often years before braces are needed.
Spacers make a little room between the back teeth so bands can fit comfortably. Here's what to expect.
A check-up that feels fine can still turn up a cavity. Why regular dental visits matter during treatment.
Thumb and finger habits gradually move teeth and shape the roof of the mouth. Here's what to watch for.
A loose bracket is usually not an emergency. What to do tonight, and when to call us.
The everyday foods most likely to pop a bracket, ranked.
How to protect braces on the field, and why a mouthguard is worth it.
Picking colors is the fun part. A few ideas before your next appointment.
How a shape-memory wire keeps working between visits to guide teeth into place.
Parents often worry they waited too long. It is almost never too late to get started.
