What is the best age for your child’s braces? A child’s best age for braces depends on how fast their mouth has developed. When children lose their baby teeth rapidly, they may need to schedule an appointment with Burlingame Smile Studio around age 6. If the baby teeth are lost later, then a visit closer…
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Invisible Braces vs Traditional Braces
While it’s obvious the main difference between old-style braces (clear or metal) and invisible braces is detectability, it isn’t the only thing to consider. There are pros and cons to both. Removability – Invisible braces can and must be removed when eating or drinking anything other than water. While this is an advantage over metal braces,…
Don’t Put Off Your Orthodontic Dental Exam
Hi kids, adults, and golden-agers in Burlingame Smile Studio. No matter what age you are, as long as you have teeth, dental orthodontic exams are an important practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! At Burlingame Smile Studio, we have an excellent office and friendly team of professionals to make your exams something you’ll…
Orthodontics + Cosmetic Dentistry = Stunning Smiles
At Burlingame Smile Studio Dr. Lee enjoys using her extensive dental and orthodontic training to design treatment plans unique to each of her Burlingame patients. In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural-looking result, we consider the shape, alignment, and condition of the teeth. I consider whether the patient has a bite misalignment. In order…
Why Do Patients Trust Their Smile to Burlingame Smile Studio?
Hi, I’m Doctor April Lee. Practicing orthodontics at Burlingame Smile Studio is enjoyable and rewarding. I appreciate the relationships I have formed with my valued patients who trust me to care for their teeth. If you are one of my patients, let me thank you personally for allowing me to serve your dental needs. I…
The Latest Dental Technology at Burlingame Smile Studio in Burlingame
Hello friends of Burlingame Smile Studio, today we’re talking about the modern dental practice in California. Dentistry is a field of continual innovation. There are always new and improved ways to help San Francisco residents have the healthiest and most beautiful smile possible. First, we’ll talk about advances in general dentistry and then we will…
Dealing With Sensitive Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment
Do you wince when you sip your morning coffee or cringe each time you brush or floss? Tooth sensitivity is no fun! Some orthodontic patients experience sensitivity after having their braces adjusted. Let’s discuss what to do to prevent or treat tooth sensitivity. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity during orthodontic treatment is…
Straighten Your Teeth And Look Younger, Regardless of Your Age
There are many perks to living long enough to be considered old. Waking up whenever you dang well, please. More time to devote to your favorite hobbies or humanitarian causes. Traveling. Grandchildren. It’s not all a picnic, however. Declining health, limited mobility, financial strains–clearly, aging is not for wimps. Though some challenges seniors face can’t…
Crooked Teeth? 5 Great Reasons to Consider Braces
Hello! Are you happy with your smile? If the answer is, ‘Not really because my teeth aren’t straight,’ then you may want to consider these 5 great reasons to achieve a beautiful smile with orthodontia. 1. Your treatment time may be shorter than you think. Depending on your alignment issues, you may be able to…
What to Know About Getting Your Teens Braces Tightened During COVID-19
Has the pandemic affected my teen’s orthodontic treatment? The coronavirus pandemic has thrown a wrench into a lot of daily tasks and activities that used to be no problem to complete. If you have a teen with braces, you may wonder if you should make routine visits to your Burlingame orthodontist. In the early months…
