Today, there are “invisible” solutions for orthodontic problems that can be completed without using metal bands, brackets, and wires. Invisalign™ and Clear Correct ™ are orthodontic systems that use a series of computer designed, clear, removable aligners to gradually move…
A growing number of healthcare providers and patients are looking for improved ways to assess and successfully treat chronic pain and illness. This search has led to the exploration of eastern medicine and European biological medical and dental principles. As…
Neuromuscular dental treatment focuses on an understanding of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems and their relationship to occlusion (bite) and jaw position. Neuromuscular Dentistry involves balancing and rebuilding the bite in order to eliminate muscle pain, TMJ symptoms, and a…
Integrative Dentistry is a medical approach to dentistry that considers the effects dental treatments, dental materials, and dental infections have on the entire body. It is a comprehensive approach that combines the art and science of dentistry with neuromuscular, biological, physiologic, holistic medical principles, and…
Functional orthodontic treatment is an important part of our holistic approach to orthodontics. It places emphasis on achieving a broad, beautiful, symmetrical face, full lips, straight teeth, a stable TMJ position, balanced muscle function, and a healthy airway. Crowding and…
Functional orthodontic treatment places emphasis on a broad, beautiful face, a symmetrical facial profile, full lips, and straight teeth. Functional orthodontic appliances are ideal when patients have had TMJ disorders. Teeth crowding is addressed by expanding the jaws to their…
Sleep disordered breathing in children ranges in severity from mouth breathing to snoring to different degrees of airway obstruction. Sleep disordered breathing impacts a child's ability to obtain the proper amount of oxygen and the proper amount of REM sleep,…
We spend about one third of our lives sleeping. Our bodies absolutely need that time of rest so we have the energy and focus to live healthy and balanced lives. A sleep disorder interferes with the body's ability to sleep…
