Read the articles here for recent news and important information that can help you make the appropriate choice for orthodontic treatment in the Greater Vancouver area.
Our orthodontists in the Greater Vancouver area offer Invisalign clear aligners as a way to straighten teeth without the need for brackets and wires. If you're considering Invisalign to straighten your teeth, you may be wondering if your Invisalign treatment will hurt. Here is what other Invisalign patients tell us...
At last, your braces are coming off and your new smile will be revealed! Congratulations, but as exciting as it is, your treatment isn't done quite yet. Now you're going to need to wear a retainer for awhile. Today our orthodontists in the Greater Vancouver area explain why...
If your child has a narrow palate it can lead to dental issues such as crowding, impacted teeth, or a crossbite. To help correct (or prevent) these issues and more, your orthodontist in the Greater Vancouver area may recommend treatment with a palatal expander. Here's how they work...
If you're an adult considering straightening your teeth our orthodontists in the Greater Vancouver area have a variety of low-profile treatment options perfect for straightening adult smiles. Here are a few of the discreet orthodontic treatment options that our adult patients love.
Phase 1 Interceptive Orthodontic treatment helps to minimize extractions when treating tooth alignment and bite issues in children. In today's post our orthodontists in the Greater Vancouver area explain how Phase 1 treatment could help to transform your child's smile.
As you straighten your smile with braces or aligners it's extra important to protect your teeth against the damage that could be caused by a blow to the face while playing sports. Our orthodontists in the Greater Vancouver area explain why a sports mouthguard is an essential piece of equipment every time you play sports.
Malocclusion simply means that there is a misalignment of the teeth, resulting in crooked teeth or a misaligned bite. Today our orthodontists in the Greater Vancouver area explain more about malocclusion and how this dental issue can lead to a number of serious oral health issues.
You and your braces are going to be together for awhile, so why not have a little fun and switch-up your elastic colours every time you visit your orthodontist in the Greater Vancouver area for an adjustment?! Here are a few tips on how to decide which colour to pick next time around.
Today our Vancouver orthodontists share a little about what you can expect from your Invisalign treatment journey, from start to straighter-new-smile finish.
Invisalign and braces offer different features to help straighten teeth. Today, our Vancouver orthodontist shares some reasons why you may want to consider Invisalign to straighten your smile.
Visiting your Vancouver orthodontist periodically for adjustments is an important part of your orthodontic treatment if you have braces. Here is a bit about what you can expect when you visit us for a braces adjustment.
If the inside of your mouth feeling tender since you got your new braces, orthodontic wax may help to prevent and relieve irritation caused by poking wires and brackets. Today, our Vancouver orthodontist explains what orthodontic wax is and how to use it.
Our Vancouver orthodontists often use Invisalign for Teens to help correct the misalignment issues of our busy teen patients. Invisalign for teens is specially designed to straighten teeth and meet the unique treatment challenges teens face.
Are you worried about how braces will make your smile look in pictures? Here are a few tips from our Vancouver orthodontist on how to look great in pictures throughout your orthodontic treatment.
Orthodontic treatment will differ slightly for each of our patients, however the process of getting braces is pretty much the same for everyone. Here, our Vancouver orthodontist guides you through the process step-by-step.
Traditional metal braces and Invisalign clear aligners are both orthodontic treatments that can help to straighten your smile. Here's a little from our Vancouver orthodontists on these effective orthodontic treatment options.
Getting used to braces or any other orthodontic appliance takes a little time. Here, our Vancouver orthodontists offer some useful tips and information to make life with braces as easy as possible.
It's true that braces have become sturdier in recent years, but some foods can still damage them. Here, our Vancouver orthodontists share what types of food to avoid during treatment with braces, and which ones you can still enjoy.
Throughout your Invisalign orthodontic treatment there are some essential items that you'll need to take along with you whenever you wherever you go. Here's a helpful list of what you should take when you're on the go.
You may not know is that there are dental health benefits to having straight teeth, as well as aesthetic benefits! Here, our Vancouver orthodontists explain what they are.
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