Kids often have a little difficulty reaching the molars, the teeth in the rear of the mouth. As a result, this is the area most prone to developing tooth decay. Which is why we offer dental sealants! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we use dental sealants to prevent cavities.
When there is an imbalance in your smile, this could mean major complications down the road. To help improve overall balance and symmetry, then we may need to perform orthognathic surgery. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about the benefits of jaw surgery.
In a recent blog, we discussed how we treated orthodontic issues in kids as young as age seven with the first phase of treatment. But what happens afterward? What should patients expect from the second phase of treatment? In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about children’s treatment.
We offer phased orthodontics to treat young children, and even options to help finish straightening smiles for teens. But did you know that we offer treatment for adults too? In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about the options we offer for our adult patients.
Did you know that orthodontic care isn’t just limited to teens and adults? With a phased approach, we can start care for children as young as age seven! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will discuss what to expect from the first phase of treatment.
When you have crooked, crowded, and overlapping teeth, this misalignment could threaten your oral health and lead to major complications. But that doesn’t mean braces are your only solution! For teens and adults in our community, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist can offer Invisalign®.
In the next few weeks, kids are going to be heading back to school. There’s a lot to do to get ready, such as shopping for supplies and new clothes. But don’t forget about their smiles! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talk about when kids need a back-to-school visit.
Do you have uneven teeth, or does your child? If so, this could mean more than just issues with a smile’s appearance. To improve overall oral health in the long term, orthodontic treatment may be necessary. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about when you should consider braces.
At one time, everything from creating crowns to fabricating orthodontics would rely on a physical impression. While effective, our team is proud to offer a digital alternative, one that provides better precision and accuracy. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about iTero® digital scanners.
Baby teeth, or primary teeth, are meant to fall out eventually. But if they fall out too soon, this could lead to issues with the arrival of the permanent teeth. The risk of dental misalignment could then increase! To help prevent poor alignment, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist can provide space maintainers.
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