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 | 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...
by Dr Henry | Jun 5, 2023 | Braces, Crooked teeth, Invisalign
Crooked or misaligned teeth are a common oral health concern among children and adults. It’s a frustrating condition that may lead to several serious oral health issues while also damaging a person’s self-esteem and confidence. Fortunately, crooked teeth are a...
by Dr Henry | Nov 9, 2022 | Braces
Braces are a beneficial investment in straighter and healthier-looking teeth and can play an instrumental role in correcting bite dysfunctions. If you’re considering having your teeth straightened with braces, you might also be wondering how much it will...
by Dr Henry | Aug 12, 2022 | Adult braces, Adult orthodontics, Braces, Clear braces, Crooked teeth, Early orthodontics, Ideal bite, Metal Braces, Orthodontics
Parents often ask us what is the best age for braces? Truthfully, there is no universal answer. Everyone’s mouth and teeth develop at different paces. Some children may benefit from orthodontic treatment at earlier ages while some may not need to start braces until...
by Dr Henry | Oct 22, 2020 | Braces
Many people wonder what a good age to get braces is. Here, our orthodontic specialist in St. Augustine will go answer all of your questions from the ideal age to the types of braces available. Remember those good times as kids when we got so excited over a packet of...
