Receiving orthodontic treatment is one of the best investments a patient can make in his or her oral health. Not only is a straight smile attractive, those with properly aligned teeth can reduce their risk for common conditions like periodontal (gum) disease and tooth decay. Since our dentist has received advanced training in orthodontics, our practice is honored to offer traditional braces and clear braces along with preventive and restorative dental treatments from one convenient location.
Quality Orthodontic Care
Although our dentist is not board-certified as an orthodontic specialist, he is qualified to provide full-spectrum orthodontics. In addition to receiving a doctor of dental surgery, Dr. …show more content…
Sortman. You will be instructed to wear your aligners for a 2 week period, only removing them during meals, drinking, brushing, and flossing. After 2 weeks, as your teeth begin to become more aligned, you will be instructed to transition to a new set of custom aligners.
Invisalign is a popular orthodontic solution for many teens and adults, thanks to the comfort, ease, and privacy that the procedure offers.
Dentofacial Orthopedics
Dentofacial orthopedics describes the element of orthodontic treatment that guides facial development and growth—a process which primarily occurs during childhood. Through the use of specialized appliances such as expanders and headgear, we can treat facial abnormalities and other developmental conditions. Dentofacial orthopedic treatment may be performed prior to the placement of conventional braces, but may also be used in conjunction with braces.
Our clinical team is skilled in diagnosing the misalignments of the teeth, jaw and facial structure in children and adults in order to provide integrated orthodontic and dentofacial orthopedic care.
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