If you have crooked teeth in California, there are a number of good reasons to have them straightened. Of course, the obvious one is to improve your smile so you don’t have to hide your teeth, but crooked teeth can also cause a number of health problems. Because crooked teeth are difficult ...

If you live in image-conscious California, you know how important your smile can be when it comes to making an impression on others. If you have some sort of problem with your smile, like crooked teeth, this certainly does not help the situation. Getting your teeth straightened can be accomplished ...

You got the braces you need to improve your smile and your overall dental health, but you are embarking on a journey that may take several months to up to two years. During that time, what you eat may have an impact on the success of your treatment. Every time ...

An underbite is a type of malocclusion or “bad bite” in which the bottom teeth sit in front of the top teeth when the patient’s jaws are closed. The condition is sometimes also called “prognathism,” because the patient’s lower jaw is abnormally prominent. Underbites often have a genetic cause and ...

There are a number of reasons why someone may need oral surgery. Painful jawbones, receding or inflamed gums, missing or infected teeth could all be reasons. Of course, our experienced orthodontic team can help you determine whether or not you may need oral surgery. Some of the most common reasons people ...

Although bad breath is a common issue when wearing braces, there’s a lot that you can do to avoid it. Chronic bad breath is usually a sign of excess harmful bacteria in the mouth. Braces give bacteria more viable surfaces to hang onto. These appliances additionally make it harder for patients in ...

The importance of good oral health cannot be overstated. Many parents have questions about when they should start taking their children to visit the dentist. Most oral health professionals believe that parents should take their children in for their first dental visit even before their first tooth comes in, and ...

You want people to fall in love with your smile. You know that you can really open the door to opportunities if you can dazzle others with a flash of your pearly whites. Your teeth are beautiful. They’re healthy and you put them at the top of your list when ...

It is not uncommon to hear people in California use the term orthodontist and dentist interchangeably. And while it is not always incorrect, it’s not always right either. The best way to think about it is like this – every orthodontist out there is a dentist. However, not all dentists have received ...

Whether you have braces or not, simply brushing your teeth twice per day does not ensure that your mouth will be cavity-free for the rest of your life. Instead, you must practice a wide array of great oral health habits to ensure that your oral hygiene is superb. Watch What You Eat ...