Taking Good Pictures with Braces
Taking a good picture is always challenging, and doing it with braces can be even more so. These tip and ideas will help you take a better picture while wearing braces.
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What Your Orthodontist Needs to Know About Your Medical History
On your first visit to Greater Vancouver Orthodontics, we’ll ask you to complete medical and dental history forms. You can find out about what we need to know, and why we need to know it, here!
Does Orthodontic Treatment Hurt?
Everyone has different levels of sensitivity to pain. Orthodontic treatment will occasionally be uncomfortable, but don’t let it be a cause for concern! It’s a normal part of the process, and doesn’t usually last very long.
Talking with Braces
Many of our patients at Greater Vancouver Orthodontics find that they have trouble talking when they first get their braces. The following tips will help you get accustomed to talking while wearing braces!
Books About Braces - 'Surviving Braces' by Jennifer Webb
'Surviving Braces' by Jennifer Webb is a great guide and resource for those going through orthodontic treatment. It gives lots of tips, ideas, advice, and recipes to help make your braces journey go as smoothly as possible.
Lingual Braces Vs. Invisalign Clear Aligners
Lingual braces, which are fitted behind the teeth, are great for people who don’t trust themselves with removable aligners (Invisalign), but still want a lower profile look for their braces.
What is A Palatal Expander?
Palatal expanders are used in orthodontics to widen the upper jaw (the maxilla), so that the upper teeth fit together with the bottom ones properly.
Books About Braces - ‘Smile’ by Raina Telgemeier
This series of blog posts is for sharing books and other media that deals with to wearing braces and with orthodontic care. This week, we’re sharing ‘Smile’ a graphic novel by Raina Telgemeier, which is all about the challenges of being a middle schooler going through orthodontic treatment.
What is a Retainer, and Why Do You Need One?
The day has finally come when your braces can come off! But just when you thought your orthodontic treatment was over, your orthodontist tells you that you need to wear a retainer!
The Impact of Early Orthodontic Intervention on Future Treatment
While malocclusion is not entirely predictable, and is not always avoidable, regular dental checkups and early orthodontic evaluation can help your child avoid needing treatment in the future.