What if you could correct orthodontic issues without having to deal with metal braces? Since its introduction in the late ‘90s, Invisalign has made that possible. The treatment uses clear, virtually invisible aligners that can remedy a variety of structural issues without the bulky bracket look. And because Invisalign trays are removable, you can enjoyContinue reading “Does Invisalign Hurt? Managing Discomfort and What to Expect”
Orthodontics is a subspecialty of dentistry that helps straighten and correct misaligned teeth. Your smile is an important part of you and an opening to a vital section of your dental health. Not everyone has a beautiful set of teeth; misaligned, crooked, or overlapped teeth can be a source of embarrassment and may cause someContinue reading “The Most Common Orthodontic Treatments”
The biggest misconception about orthodontic treatment is that many people feel it’s for teenagers alone. Installing braces as an adult is becoming very common and less of a taboo. Adult orthodontic treatment has seen a significant increase in demand over the years. Severe misalignments can cause chewing, speaking, and breathing issues, increasing the risk ofContinue reading “Orthodontic Treatments for Adults: The Benefits and Challenges”
Enjoy a Stress-Free Holiday Season with Invisalign: Eat, Smile, and Celebrate with Freedom The holidays are so busy! No matter what holidays you and your family celebrate, this is the season of family gatherings, holiday feasts, and festive celebrations. With so much planning, shopping, traveling, and partying going on, the last thing you want toContinue reading “Why Invisalign beats braces for holiday convenience”
If your child has an overbite, you may be concerned that they could be teased in school. But the dangers of an overbite don’t stop with schoolyard bullies. Though mild overbites are very common and often do not require treatment, people with more severe overbites should seek overbite treatment because this condition can contribute toContinue reading “Causes and treatments of an overbite”
Move over, braces. More and more teens in Buckhead and throughout the country are turning to Invisalign to straighten their teeth. Invisalign helps teens maintain their style (a MUST) while achieving a straight smile that will help them open doors both personally and professionally in the adult world. Here’s why more teens in Buckhead areContinue reading “Invisalign for Teens”
Your smile is straight and gorgeous after wearing Invisalign or braces — and you want to keep it that way! So how do you maintain your movie star smile? By wearing your retainer, of course! In this article, we’ll show you how to care for your retainer so you can enjoy your perfect smile forContinue reading “How to Care for Retainers”
Thinking about getting Invisalign in Sandy Springs or anywhere in the Atlanta metro area? That’s great news! At Atlanta Orthodontic Specialists we’re the Sandy Springs Invisalign specialists, and we’ve helped countless people in and around Atlanta achieve the straight, gorgeous smiles they want. So we already know – you’ve got questions! Here’s a convenient listContinue reading “Invisalign FAQs”
If you’re self-conscious about the way your teeth look because they’re crooked, the last thing you probably want to do is get highly visible traditional metal braces. Though braces have always been acceptable and even cool for kids and teens, for adults, getting braces is a bit out of the ordinary. Invisalign is the preferredContinue reading “3 Things You Should Know Before Getting Invisalign”
Whether you never had braces as a child or your once-straight teeth have crept out of position over the years, if you’re looking in the mirror and wishing your smile was straighter, you may be wondering “Am I too old to get Invisalign?” Usually, when we think of braces, we think of kids. We rememberContinue reading “Am I too old to get Invisalign?”