Types of Orthodontic Braces and Appliances There are many different dental appliances used with pediatric patients today at Burlingame Smile Studio, serving Burlingame, Hillsborough, and Millbrae. Braces are still the #1 method used for straightening teeth and correcting misalignment in children’s teeth. They work by putting pressure on the teeth or jaws to move them …
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 …
Plenty of people have teeth that overlap. While overlapping teeth are not always necessary to fix, an individual’s appearance can be improved by correcting the abnormality. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too …
What are dental space maintainers? Dental space maintainers (or spacers) are devices used for kids who have lost some baby teeth but their permanent teeth have a while before they will grow in. They hold space for the appropriate adult teeth to grow in. They also prevent the remaining adjacent baby teeth from moving into the …
Do you love your smile? If the answer is “No” because your teeth aren’t straight or your bite is misaligned, we have another question for you. Why haven’t you explored orthodontic treatment? Let’s discuss five compelling reasons to consider getting braces. 1. A little can go a long way. If you have a tooth that …
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 …
Are you an adult in Burlingame with crooked teeth? Perhaps you are not familiar with the latest types of braces. Here is a quick rundown. If you don’t want the whole world to know you are wearing braces, ‘behind the teeth’ or lingual braces may be a good option. So-called ‘invisible braces’ work great for …
The team at Burlingame Smile Studio in Northern California wants to discuss retainers. The retention phase is an essential milestone. When you’re ready for an orthodontic retainer, the slow, difficult work of moving teeth is over. Your smile looks incredible, but stay with the program. There is still a lot going on behind the scenes—under …
Many adults want to look younger by straightening their teeth but having a mouthful of teenager-style metal braces is not exactly what they had in mind. Burlingame Smile Studio serving Northern California can help improve your smile. Are you considering orthodontia to straighten your teeth? There are several varieties of braces on the market today. The …
