Do you know why is orthodontic treatment is important for children? Orthodontic treatment focuses on creating a healthy bite so that your child can enjoy the benefits of a confident, beautiful smile. The secret to a healthy smile is an aligned bite. The upper and...
Did you know that childhood is the best time to receive orthodontic braces? While your child is growing, orthodontic treatment focuses on creating a healthy bite that your child can enjoy the benefits of a healthy confident, beautiful smile. The secret to a healthy...
Did you know that Orthodontists and Dentists look at mouths differently? While they both work inside the mouth, their perspectives are based on the type of care they provide. Dentists are looking out for your overall dental and oral health. They look for things like...
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children get their first check-up with an AAO orthodontist at the first recognition of an orthodontic problem, but no later than age 7. Around that age, children have a mix of baby (primary) and permanent teeth. An...
For the 1st day of Fall, here are good tooth brushing habits to ‘Fall’ into… Oral Health: Brush Up on Dental Care Basics Brushing for oral health Oral health begins with clean teeth. Keeping the area where your teeth meet your gums clean can prevent...
People considering orthodontic treatment usually come prepared with great questions when they consult AAO (American Association of Orthodontists) specialists. The question at the top of the list is often which type of appliance to use to correct their orthodontic...
Imagine what it would be like if you suddenly lost one or two of your front teeth. Smiling, talking, eating—everything would suddenly be affected. Knowing how to prevent injuries to your mouth and face is especially important if you participate in organized sports or...
If someone tells you that your child should have all of his/her permanent teeth before visiting the orthodontist for the first time, that “someone” is incorrect . In fact, putting off a first visit to the orthodontist until all of a child’s permanent teeth are in...
Crooked teeth affect millions of people all over the globe and can be the bane of teenagers and adults alike. But why do teeth become crooked – and if they do start to head off in different directions what can be done about it? There are many reasons why teeth can...
At Overby Orthodontics, we do everything we can to make the time you spend wearing braces as smooth and problem-free as possible. However, some minor (and not so minor) problems with your braces can pop up. When something unexpected happens that damages your braces or...
