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Our practice is a Carriere SLX Braces and Carriere Class II and Class III motion appliance provider. Quicker treatment time, easier to keep clean, smaller bracket size, the most comfortable possible. The Carriere SLX Bracket System resets the standards for excellence...

Invisalign ® is a form of orthodontic treatment that works to correct many different types of malocclusions using a series of clear plastic trays called aligners. Invisalign® was developed to eliminate the use of unsightly metal brackets and wires and allow...

Dental Floss is the finest tool we have to clean between teeth. Toothbrushes cannot reach between the tight. contacts of a child's back teeth. We, therefore, recommend that parents floss between their children's teeth. By the age of 10, children are generally able to...

The goal of orthodontics is to correct a malocclusion – a bad bite. Teeth may be crowded, or crooked or the upper and lower jaws may be out of alignment. Occasionally, even when teeth appear straight, the patient may have a bite that is not even, and which may be...

Orthodontics is a type of dentistry focused on the correction of improper bites and tooth irregularity. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, orthodontists make up the largest group of dental specialists. These dental professionals help patients of any age...

We suggest that children have their first orthodontic consultation no later than 7 years of age. While many people have corrective orthodontic procedures done early in their lives, it is not uncommon for adults and even seniors to undergo orthodontic treatments. The...

Primary teeth There are 20 primary or baby teeth. Each child’s teeth erupt at a different age. Some come in sooner and some later, so parents should not be alarmed if their child’s teeth erupt at a different age or a different sequence than listed below. The first...

If you’re experiencing discomfort with your teeth, but don’t know the issue, then it’s best to go to a dentist to provide a diagnosis. When Should I Go to an Orthodontist? If you are experiencing discomfort in your mouth or jaw relating to misalignment or...

Orthodontists work with the latest technology to come up with treatments that can save you money and much daily discomfort. Some of the more traditional treatments options include braces and retainers. These are designed to straighten teeth so that further issues do...