Category: Braces

Invisalign® Clear Aligners Or Braces?

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When your teen needs orthodontic treatment, it might seem a little confusing at first; after all, when you were a kid, there were less options in care. Today, there are more possibilities, made possible through Invisalign® clear aligner therapy, which uses a progressive set of trays that gently (yet effectively) shift the location of teeth… Read more »

How Traditional Braces Improve Your Smile

When you think about orthodontic treatments, traditional braces are likely the first thing you envision. This popular method uses metal brackets and wires to gradually shift your teeth into the correct position. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, orthodontic and pediatric team is here to explain what you can expect from this process.

Choosing Between Invisalign Or Braces

Have you been considering starting orthodontic treatment? Straightening your smile has benefits for your appearance and the function of your smile, but it can be overwhelming to decide on the best option for your needs. Your Shirley, NY, orthodontic team is here today to discuss the differences between braces or Invisalign so you can choose… Read more »

Braces Or Invisalign: What Option Is Best For Your Needs?

  Straightening your smile can be an investment, so it’s important that you decide an option that suits your needs. Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatrics in NY offers a variety of methods that you can choose, from traditional braces to more discreet options. Today, we’ll discuss the differences between each option. This can help you determine… Read more »

How Traditional Braces Correct Your Misalignment

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In our last blog, we looked at how Invisalign® shifts the alignment of your smile with clear aligners. But what if you or your teen has a more substantial case of misalignment? For these severe cases, we could correct smiles with traditional metal braces. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist talks about improving… Read more »

What Happens After Braces?

In recent blogs, we have discussed phase one treatment and the process of alignment. During phase one treatment, your orthodontist will help guide the growth of your child’s jaw into the proper position before the alignment process can begin. Then, your little one can begin wearing braces. Adults can also straighten their smile the traditional… Read more »

What’s Better: Braces Or Invisalign?

Having properly aligned teeth has several benefits. You may feel more confident, it can eliminate some dental problems, and your speech may be clearer as well. At Shirley Orthodontics And Pediatrics in New York, we have several options to help our patients achieve a straight smile. In today’s blog, we are here to discuss the… Read more »

Helping Uneven Smiles With Braces

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If you or your teen have misalignment, then your oral health could suffer. But our team can treat misalignment, even severe cases, with our braces. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we treat poor alignment with metal braces, and what to expect from treatment.

The Benefits Of Orthodontic Care

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When deciding to improve the position of your teeth, you have multiple options for orthodontic care. Not only does aligning your smile please the eye, but its’ straighter position can offer wonderful improvements for your oral health. You may find your new smile easier to clean when brushing and flossing, as crowded teeth can foster deposits… Read more »

Deciding To Straighten Your Smile

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The decision to straighten the position of your teeth comes with several benefits. By learning more about the different treatments available to correct your smile, you can feel confident with an appliance that addresses your degree of malocclusion. When your teeth have a more severe degree of misalignment, traditional orthodontic braces offer the strength necessary… Read more »