Simply Orthodontics Blog

Invisalign has taken the world of modern dentistry by storm, and these days, more patients than ever before are turning toward these ingenious clear aligners to straighten their smiles and achieve unparalleled confidence. But some potential Invisalign patients wonder if preexisting conditions, like teeth grinding (bruxism), can influence their candidacy or impact treatment. Continue reading to learn a little more about Invisalign and how it can still be an effective orthodontic solution for patients who grind their teeth!

Achieving a straighter smile with traditional metal braces comes at the price of some of your day-to-day freedoms. You’ll need to restrict your diet, spend more time brushing and flossing, and during Halloween time, be extra careful about what types of candy you eat! Thankfully, not all orthodontic treatments come with the proverbial ball and chain of metal wires and brackets; Invisalign allows you to freely enjoy your life to the fullest while straightening your smile. Here are just a few of the many unique freedoms that you can expect to enjoy with Invisalign that you simply can’t get with metal braces.

Since October 4 is World Smile Day, countless orthodontic professionals are encouraging patients to adopt good dental hygiene habits and find ways to make others smile. With so much going on in the world today, showing kindness and providing assistance, whether through time or money, can make a big difference. Discover more about this celebratory day and what you can do to give back with a smile on your face.

Great oral hygiene is always important, but it’s absolutely essential if you’re wearing braces! After all, cavities or gum disease can throw off your treatment or seriously damage your smile. That’s why it’s critical that you commit to good oral hygiene habits, including flossing. Since flossing around wires and brackets can be a bit tricky at first, keep reading to learn 5 helpful tips for flossing with braces!

When we think about health and wellness, posture and bite alignment may seem like unrelated aspects. After all, what does sitting or standing up straight have to do with our teeth? However, emerging research has revealed a significant connection between posture and bite alignment, and understanding the interplay between these two can lead to improved well-being. Continue reading to learn a little more about this connection, along with some general advice aimed toward helping you improve both and enjoy a happier, healthier life!

With so much information out there, it’s common for patients to get overwhelmed with what they should and shouldn’t do to stay on track with their treatment plan. Don’t worry – there are really only a few things you need to keep in mind, and you can always reach out to your orthodontist if you have any questions. To help, we’re also sharing six important dos and don’ts with Invisalign right here!

When beginning orthodontic treatment, a small amount of discomfort is expected. This generally passes quickly, but in rare cases, some patients might experience an emergency and require help from their trusted orthodontist. Thankfully, these situations are quite rare; however, it’s always best to simply prevent their occurrence in the first place! Continue reading below for three must-know tips that’ll help you prevent orthodontic emergencies and ensure that your teeth-straightening journey is a resounding success.

Traditional braces are one of the most recognizable orthodontic treatments around, having assisted countless generations of patients with a wide range of issues affecting their smiles. However, some patients often wonder if it’s okay to get braces on just one row of teeth. Normally, this isn’t a good idea, as all of the teeth in the mouth are closely connected, and it can cause some unfavorable interactions. Here’s what you need to know.

If you’ve been inspecting your smile in the bathroom mirror recently and noticed that some of your teeth seem to have shifted out of place, you might be puzzled—but believe it or not, the issue can affect just about anyone! And it’s often not very obvious why the issue has manifested in the first place; however, your orthodontist will be able to get to the bottom of it. In the meantime, here are a few of the most common explanations for teeth shifting, along with how professional intervention can help.

Getting braces can be a pretty big change—especially as an adult! It can be challenging to adjust to your braces and ensure that everything you’re now doing is in the best interest of your new headgear. One big adjustment that might be giving you a little extra trouble is returning to work and adapting to the usual flow of things. Here are a few useful tips from your trusted orthodontist to help you ease back into resuming work with your new braces.