Should Price be the Primary Factor in Choosing an Orthodontist?
If you Google the phrase, “Why you shouldn’t choose the cheapest…” you will find myriad articles about why it isn’t best to choose a variety of service providers based on price alone.
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It’s Not Too Late for Smile Improvements
If you’re an adult who thinks your chance at achieving a beautiful smile has passed you by because you didn’t have braces as a child, fear not — there are options for you. And for those of you who had braces during childhood but your teeth have relapsed because you quit wearing your retainer, there’s […]
Get Teeth Straight, White and Bright for Wedding Season
Lots of wedding bells ring in this month, which is one of the top three months when couples get married. A great deal of preparation goes into this special day, and smile improvements often are a line item on the wedding preparation checklist in the months –and sometimes years – leading up to the big […]
Heading off Orthodontic Problems at the Pass
Many is the time that the good guys in Western movies get one step ahead of the bad guys to thwart disaster. If orthodontic treatment was a Western, the orthodontists would be the good guys or gals, and malocclusion (bad bite) would play the role of the bad guys. Instead of horses and guns, we […]
Orthodontics Can Assist in Treating Airway Issues
Hundreds of studies through the years have shown that maintaining good oral health can promote improved overall health. Now there’s a body of evidence that suggests orthodontic treatment may improve more than just malocclusions and jaw discrepancies, but address other health issues as well. More orthodontists are looking at the relationship between craniofacial development and […]
What Are the Options for Replacing Missing Teeth?
Cases of congenitally missing teeth aren’t uncommon, but patients who are missing permanent teeth often are quite concerned that a beautiful smile is out of their reach. We are happy to report that this is not the case. There is a solution for patients who are missing some of their permanent teeth. What are Congenitally […]
All Your Invisalign Questions Answered
Invisalign is the wildly popular orthodontic treatment method that people ask for by name. Dr. Nima, an Alpharetta Invisalign provider, is asked about the treatment every day, so we’ve compiled the most frequently asked questions about Invisalign in one blog post for you. Feel free to bookmark this page and use it as your go-to […]
This DIY Braces Craze is NOT on Fleek
In the ever-changing world of pop culture, trends come and go. But one trend gaining momentum is anything but “lit” or “on fleek.” People are trying to fix orthodontic problems on their own with “DIY Braces” instead of consulting a professional, and more orthodontists are seeing patients who have caused damage to their teeth by […]
Researchers Find Selfies Are Key to Better Brushing
Researchers may have finally identified a legitimate purpose for the bathroom selfie. Instead of showing off your new outfit or those washboard abs following a gym workout, perhaps it’s time to use the selfie as a tool for improved oral heath care. Researchers from Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine found that capturing […]
Studies Show Orthodontic Treatment May Improve Posture & Balance
Two new studies have found that those who have poor posture and balance issues may find relief in the orthodontist’s office. Spanish and Austrian researchers identified a relationship between malocclusion (bad bite) and a person’s ability to control their posture and balance, according to Science Daily. The studies offer conclusive data about the connection between […]
