Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). Flossing is easy to skip, but it is essential to oral health, and even more so during orthodontic treatment. Brackets and wires create extra spots where food and plaque hide, so flossing is your best tool for keeping your mouth healthy while your smile straightens. Why is flossing important?
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). Canker sores are small, flat white ulcers that can appear inside your mouth and last a week or more. They are not serious, but they are not comfortable either. The good news is that once you understand what triggers them, they are often easy to prevent, even during orthodontic
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). According to the American Association of Orthodontists, about one in four orthodontic patients is an adult. With so many modern options, there is no reason to put off the smile you want, and several treatments can help reduce overall treatment time. The short answer to “am I too old?”
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). Many older teens and adults are not thrilled when they are first told they need orthodontic treatment, and that is understandable. A mouth full of metal to clean, eat, and live around can feel daunting. The option people often overlook is Invisalign, the nearly invisible alternative to braces. Some
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). Elastics, also called rubber bands, are a normal and important part of braces treatment. They help guide your teeth and jaws into their proper positions, and wearing them as instructed is one of the biggest factors in finishing your treatment correctly and on time. Here Dr. Amir Davoody at
Reviewed by Dr. Amir Davoody, board-certified orthodontist (ABO Diplomate). A little soreness after your braces are tightened is normal. Everyone’s mouth is different, but most people feel only a mild, achy pressure that fades within a day or two, and the longer you are in braces, the faster that discomfort tends to resolve after each visit. Here are
