by Dr Henry | May 9, 2024 | Braces, Ideal bite, Invisalign
In previous blog posts, we covered overbites and underbites, which led to today’s topic: misaligned or crooked jaw. Crooked jaw is a condition where the upper and lower teeth don’t meet when a person’s jaw is closed. This misalignment of a person’s jaw can lead to...
by Dr Henry | May 7, 2024 | Gum Disease
Periodontal disease, or gum disease, commonly affects the tissues surrounding and supporting the teeth. According to a report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 47.2% of adults aged 30 years and older have some form of gum disease. Despite...
by Dr Henry | May 5, 2024 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Ideal bite, Orthodontics
According to a Dental Press Journal of Orthodontics study, 22 percent of people have an overbite. An overbite, also known as buck teeth, happens when the top front teeth overlap the bottom front teeth. Some overbites are minor, while others are more severe and...
by Dr Henry | May 3, 2024 | Clear braces, Invisalign
Clear aligners like Invisalign give people a viable alternative to traditional orthodontic care in braces. Clear aligners offer a discreet and convenient way to straighten teeth. However, like traditional braces, a clear aligner can create discomfort. If you’ve ever...
by Dr Henry | Apr 19, 2024 | Braces, TMJ
What is TMJ? Formally known as the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), it acts as a sliding hinge that connects a person’s jawbone to their skull. There’s one joint on each side of the jaw. TMJ disorders cause pain in the jaw joint and muscles that...
