Hello! Do you love your smile? If the answer is, “Not really,” then you may want to consider these 5 great reasons to achieve a beautiful smile with orthodontic treatment. 1. A little can go a long way. Even if your teeth don’t need a long course of treatment, it can have dramatic results. 2. It’s…
Child Orthodontics
Why Does an Overbite Need to Be Fixed?
An overbite, also called a deep bite or closed bite, is a type of malocclusion. It is characterized by the upper front teeth protruding excessively over the bottom front teeth when back teeth are closed. What are the causes of a deep bite? The lower jaw is shorter than the upper jaw This is the…
7 Ways Bite Abnormalities Hurt Your Child
Some growing mouths develop bite problems. 7 Ways Bite Abnormalities Can Harm Your Child Jaw alignment problems can cause a range of issues for little ones. They can hurt! They can make it difficult to eat a nutritious diet because they inhibit proper chewing and swallowing They can delay or prevent normal speech development They increase…
How Long Does It Take for Braces To Straighten Teeth?
How long does it take to straighten teeth with braces? Waiting is not easy. You want your new smile today! But it takes a while to move misaligned teeth into their proper position. Most people wear braces from 18 to 36 months. Orthodontists counsel moms and dads to correct dental problems when their child is…
Orthodontic Options
Welcome to my Burlingame cosmetic dental blog. I’m Doctor April Lee of Burlingame Smile Studio, a full-service dental practice. I have been practicing orthodontic and cosmetic dentistry since 2015. During this time, I have developed many rewarding relationships with my patients and staff members. Many dental patients have chosen cosmetic dentistry to align crooked teeth.…
Straight Teeth For Young Smiles And Not-So-Young Smiles
There are few dental advancements that are more appreciated than modern braces. Teeth straightening hardware of our grandparents’ generation had many drawbacks. It frequently involved a whole orthodontic toolkit—full metal bands, headgear, elastics, spacers, and wires poking every which way. If you played an instrument that required the use of your mouth, well, it was…
Innovative Orthodontic Treatment For Confident Smiles
Many dental patients have experienced a boost in self-confidence with orthodontic treatment at Burlingame Smile Studio in Burlingame. Nothing gives us more satisfaction than helping people dramatically improve their smile and overall confidence. We Offer The Latest Orthodontic Treatments We provide the latest orthodontic treatments to correct dental problems and imperfections. Braces Invisalign In-Ovation System…
When Should My Child Have An Orthodontic Evaluation?
It’s a question that many moms and dads in Burlingame debate: When should I take my child in for their first orthodontic evaluation? The answer may be a little earlier than you think. We recommend bringing children in by the age of seven. Even if you don’t see any signs that your child will need…
Teeth: What Have They Done For You Lately?
Categories: Adult Orthodontics, Child Orthodontics
Welcome to the Burlingame Smile Studio blog! Today we are going to explore the secret life of our teeth. The shape of each tooth gives a clue to what it does. The incisors, or your front teeth, are sharp. They are designed to cut food into pieces, while their curves help to move food inside…
Crooked Teeth And Cavities
Categories: Adult Orthodontics, Child Orthodontics
The team at Burlingame Smile Studio in Northern California wants to discuss orthodontia. Many dental patients in and around San Francisco hold the belief that orthodontists only change the look of your teeth. Consequently, they think that the only reason to find an orthodontist is if you are interested in cosmetic dentistry. The fact is…
