"I'm a Cheerleader Get Me Out of These Braces!" - Dr. Alex GutierrezOrthodontist Dr. Alex Gutierrez discusses the benefits of Invisalign Teen, and why it makes sense for teenagers. Many times dental/mouth injuries can occur when teens play sports, contact and non-contact sports like football, soccer, baseball or cheerleading. Invisalign and Invisalign Teen do not produce the same kind of impact injury as metal brackets and wires but also protect the teeth in the same way as a traditional mouth guard. Because they are virftually invisable Invisalign is also great for teens how enjoy theatre, public speaking or just want to get a great yearbook picture.
| Are You a Candidate for Invisalign? -Dr. Paul DuryeaOrthodontists are specialists with at least 2-3 years of training beyond dental school. An orthodontist is an expert in the growth and development of the jaw and bite and the disposition of teeth. Palm Harbor Orthodontist Dr. Paul Duryea gives his opinion on clear aligners, in this instance Invisalign, and where the use of Invisalign as a treatment modality fits in the orthodontist's quest for form, function and stability, all of which are required to give you the long term beautiful and health smile and bite you desire.
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Bailey Before & After -Dr. AbdoneyTampa Orthodontist Dr. Michael Abdoney describes the amazing smile transformation in Bailey. Bailey had severe overcrowding. Extraction of teeth will typically only be considered in orthodontics with cases of severe teeth crowding. Bailey required extraction; this was followed by 18 months of orthodontic treatment with traditional metal braces. Check out the results and his amazing new smile!
| Braces Structure explained - Brackets & LigaturesTampa Orthodontist Dr. Randy Feldman explains the components of traditional metal braces. Traditional orthodontic metal braces are made up of brackets, which are cemented to the teeth, an arch wire which is shaped to exert pressure on the teeth and then tied or ligated to the bracket with a ligature which is normally either rubber or metal. Ceramic brackets are less visible and more aesthetic but still require the use of a metal arch wire. Self-ligating brackets have an integrated clip system used to attach or ligate the arch wire rather than a metal or rubber ligature. This type of bracket requires less maintenance (rubber donuts/ligatures require regular replacement) and applies a consistent force with less friction, which many orthodontists believe makes this type of bracket quicker and less painful.
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Dr. Abdoney - Length of Treatment with BracesDr. Michael Abdoney gives you the inside track on length of treatment with braces or how long you can expect your orthodontic treatment to last. Dr. Abdoney is a www.mySmileRocks.com orthodontist with two offices serving South Tampa and Valrico/Brandon, FL.
| Dr. Alex Gutierrez - Invisalign Teen
Dr. Alex Gutierrez talks openly about Invisalign Teen. Some parents and kids are worried about playing sports, like football or soccer or even cheerleading when they are in orthodontic treatment.. Invisalign Teen could be the answer for you if you are in to contact sports, including cheerleading, and still what to have a functional, stable and aesthetically beautiful smile.
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Dr. Donald Wexler - Crossbites ExplainedDr. Wexler gives a brief explanation of crossbites, both anterior or front and posterior or back and show what anterior and posterior crossbites look like. Dr. Wexler is a MySmileRocks.com orthodontist with 2 offices, Spring Hill and Lecanto FL. Dr. Wexler is an orthodontic specialist that treats children, teens and adults with dental/orthodontic braces and Invisalign clear aligners.
| Dr. Durrett Explains the Benefits of Self-Ligating BracesOrthodontist Dr. Sharon Durrett, explains the difference between traditional ligating brace, which use rubber bands or metal ties to connect the arch wire to the bracket or brace and self-ligating braces or brackets which use a clip or gate to connect the arch wire to the bracket/brace. Dr, Sharon Durrett is a MySmileRocks.com orthodontist who offers orthodontic treatment for children, teens and adults in Westchase, Citrus Park & Carrollwood, FL.
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Dr. Duryea Offers Helpful Tips on Reducing Irritation from New BracesOrthodontist Dr. Paul Duryea explains how a little bit of wax will stop you getting irritated cheeks and gums when you have first have your metal braces put on. Dr. Paul Duryea is a MySmileRocks.com orthodontist serving Palm Harbor, FL
| Dr. Dyer - Severe Underbite Treatment
Orthodontist Dr. Greg Dyer describes the orthodontic treatment plan for a patient with a severe underbite as well a crooked teeth. The orthodontic treatment included orthognathic surgery as well as metal braces and not only straightened his teeth but altered his entire face by moving the position of the upper jaw, bringing it forward in relation to the lower jaw. James had an unbelievable transformation and achieved a wonderful result, check out his smile!
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