Conventionally, orthodontic treatment was related to the teenage years. Now, however, a good number of adults are selecting orthodontics to straighten their teeth. There are a lot of causes due to which orthodontic treatment is becoming popular with adults, but the thing which needs to be clear in our mind is braces are not just...
Category: General Orthodontic Treatment
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Don’t Ignore Bite Problems (Overbite, Underbite, & Other Bites)
Santa Monica, CA– If you or your child have a malocclusion (meaning a bad bite), you may decide to ignore correcting the bite, either because of cost or because you don’t believe that treatment is necessary. Dr. Atoosa Nikaeen shares exactly why bite problems should be dealt with sooner than later. Different Types of Bites...
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Orthodontics and the Link to Overall Body Health
Beverly Hills, CA – Orthodontists provide a number of benefits for the health of your teeth and smile. However, this isn’t only about teeth and a dental service. In fact, many patients who choose to have orthodontic work done are surprised by the diverse health benefits that this option can provide for total body health...
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Why Finding the Best Orthodontist Is So Important
Los Angeles, CA– With more information emerging regarding the ways oral health affects the entire body, it’s easy to see that getting proper mouth care is essential to a healthy lifestyle. But just what is the orthodontist’s role, and why is it so important to find a good one? What Is an Orthodontist? Orthodontists are...
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Orthodontic Treatment Can Provide Health and Other Important Benefits
“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.” ~Thich Nhat Hanh Los Angeles, CA – Men, women, and children look forward to wearing braces and having a straight and healthy smile to show after orthodontic treatment is complete. While it is important to...
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How Healthy Gums Can Help You Live Longer
For the most part, when we think of gum diseases like gingivitis, we do not think beyond our teeth and mouth. Unfortunately, gum diseases do not just wreak havoc in our mouth. Doctors have discovered that oral diseases can actually worsen our overall health and even lead to major health concerns like heart disease. So,...
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When to Seek Orthodontic Treatment LA
Getting braces is a common rite of childhood, and many of us remember the liberating day when we finally graduated to retainers. However, it can be confusing to determine the best time for children to get braces or orthodontic treatment in general, and there can be debates as to whether or not it is better...