If you had minor alignment issues with your teeth in your younger years and you opted not to have them treated, you could be prone to dental problems as an adult. Beyond cosmetic issues, misaligned teeth can cause problems with dental attrition and increase your risk of suffering dental fractures. One easy way to correct modest dental alignment problems is... read more »

Is your smile suffering from a malocclusion? A malocclusion is another name for a bad bite that is caused when your teeth and jawbones fail to correctly line up. In order to ensure your teeth get the malocclusion treatment you need, it is important to correctly understand the following types of malocclusions: - Overbites (Upper Protrusions/Buck Teeth): Malocclusions that manifest... read more »

Do you know of any cleaning methods for your orthodontic instruments? If you are looking to improve your oral health while wearing braces, it is imperative to continue practicing safe and effective oral hygiene habits throughout your treatment. Caring for your braces is also imperative in ensuring they can continue doing their job effectively. For a basic rundown of potential... read more »

Were you aware that orthodontics isn't just beneficial for straightening your teeth, but benefits your oral health as well? This is because a straight smile allows you better access to brushing and flossing to prevent tooth decay and gum disease which can destroy your smile. In addition to correcting spacing issues, overcrowding, and misalignments in your smile, orthodontics can help... read more »

Here at Coastal Orthodontic Care, we endeavor to use our new blog as a regular means for publishing valuable content for our community through monthly blog posts. Thanks to the wonders of the Internet, we’re able to further explore some of the most important topics pertaining to our industry and area of expertise here on our website through these articles.... read more »