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…
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…
What is Minimally Invasive Dentistry? As part of our conservative treatment philosophy, we use less invasive dental procedures whenever possible. The emphasis is on dedicated homecare, regular hygiene and recare visits, and prevention. Minimally invasive dentistry is also about performing…
Early dental care is essential in establishing and maintaining optimal oral health in children. In our office, we suggest dental visits when the first tooth erupts. However, if dental problems are suspected, an appointment should be scheduled when problems…
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,…
Dental decay is the breakdown and destruction of the tooth structure. It is a process that occurs, over time, when bacteria in the plaque biofilm produce acids that draw minerals out from the teeth and create pores in the enamel.…
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…
Temporomandibular joint disorders (commonly referred to as TMJ, TMD) are a family of problems, often painful, related to the complex jaw joint, the muscles of the head, neck, and shoulder, the dental occlusion (bite), and the nervous system. The presence…
Teeth act like pillars to keep the upper and lower jaws supported. Loss of tooth structure and adequate vertical dimension can cause jaws to collapse. This condition can predispose an individual to breathing problems, sleep disorders, headaches, and TMJ problems.…
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…
