Band Practice and Orthodontics: Can You Play Wind Instruments with Braces?
Los Angeles, CA – Playing a wind instrument in the band takes a certain amount of practice and skill. So it can be difficult for some teens to learn that …
Clear Braces
Getting Through Holiday Feasts with Ultra-Clean Clear Braces
Los Angeles, CA – Having clear braces to straighten your teeth is a big step towards creating a healthy, beautiful smile. Unlike Invisalign, which is made of plastic, clear braces …
Notes from an Orthodontist: Should You Get Braces Only on the Top or Bottom Row of Your Teeth?
Los Angeles, CA – At Nikaeen Orthodontics, patients often wonder whether or not they should opt for braces only on either the upper or lower row of their teeth. You …
Dating and the Surge of Confidence That Comes with Wearing Braces and Invisalign
Los Angeles, CA – Dating is challenging enough on anyone’s self-esteem. Meeting new people and aiming to look your best is nerve-wracking even for the most confident among us. But …
Perfect Smile, Perfect Day – Straighten Your Teeth Before the Wedding
Los Angeles Orthodontist Dr. Atoosa Nikaeen shares her expert advice on how you can have a perfect smile before your wedding day: “If you didn’t get your bite issues fixed …
Braces in College – Now’s the Time
Los Angeles, CA – You may be overwhelmed with the schoolwork ahead of you as you enter college, but there is never a better time to get braces. As a …
Invisalign Attachments: What You Need to Know
Invisalign braces are being hyped as the almost invisible and completely comfortable way to straighten teeth. But is it true? Most patients with more serious bite issues would probably claim …
Damaged Braces? What You Need to Know
Source Beverly Hills, CA – Even the most careful orthodontic patients are at risk of damage to their appliances, either from something they eat or an accident. Some situations may …