Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). The short answer is no, with a bit more nuance. Teeth shifting is natural when you first get braces because they are being moved on purpose. But after braces, or if you have never had orthodontic treatment, shifting teeth are not a good sign. If you have noticed it,
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). Technology has changed how orthodontists capture the shape of your teeth. Digital impressions, in particular, have been a game-changer, offering accuracy and comfort that traditional putty molds cannot match. At Davoody & Hablinski Orthodontics in Houston, TX, Dr. Amir Davoody uses digital scanning for both Invisalign and braces planning.
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). Many of our patients are student athletes, and a common worry after getting braces is whether they will have to sit out their sport. The good news: you can absolutely keep playing. The best way to protect your mouth is a mouthguard, which shields both your teeth and the
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). After months or years of braces, patients are thrilled to finish treatment. To make sure the smile you leave with stays with you, you will be fitted for a retainer. Retainers prevent relapse and keep the movements your orthodontist made in place. Here are answers to the questions we
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). When parents bring young children in for an initial evaluation, the child is often missing several primary teeth, and parents worry that treatment cannot start until all the permanent teeth have come in. It is common to wonder whether your child is losing teeth at the right time, too
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). “How long do braces take?” is the question we hear most. It is understandable: braces take some getting used to, come with a few food rules, and ask for patience. At Davoody & Hablinski Orthodontics in Houston, TX, we give every patient an estimated timeline at their evaluation, and
