If you have endured the many months it can take to align your smile then we are excited for you! After your teeth are aligned, for many people it’s important to keep the alignment in place through the use of a retainer. A retainer can keep your smile aligned at night for years to come, so your smile can be... read more »

Traditional braces are often used to gradually correct misaligned teeth through the process of consistently timed adjustment appointments. Each of these important sessions will tighten the braces components and alter the periodontal ligaments that hold your teeth in your gums. Our orthodontist notes that preventing cavities and maintaining healthy gums is very important to the realignment process. Complications from tooth... read more »

Every smile is different, which means that not every type of orthodontic treatment will work for everyone. Based on your preferences and needs, our orthodontist can help you find an orthodontic treatment that can help you in the best way possible. Our orthodontist, Dr. Adam Lautt with Coastal Orthodontic Care in Ventura, California, cares about your smile and is happy... read more »

When it comes to receiving orthodontic treatment, metal braces aren’t the only option to enhance your smile. In fact, the bulky metal brackets and wires often deter patients from seeking solutions to crooked teeth. If braces don’t seem like an ideal treatment for you, then we invite you to consider other orthodontic aligners that are less obvious. Invisalign® clear aligners... read more »

Braces are a particular kind of orthodontic treatment used to correct “bad bites,” or malocclusion. Malocclusion refers to when there is an imperfect alignment of the teeth when the jaws are closed. They may crooked or crowded, or it could be that the upper and lower jaws don’t match up. For some people, these problems are inherited. They can also... read more »

The various components of your braces are intended to create a functional system capable that will correct the alignment of your teeth. Your braces are designed to be durable enough to handle the basic function of biting and chewing most common foods. However, it is possible for a component to become bent, damaged or loosened by certain foods and activities.... read more »

Many people wear braces on their teeth. Traditional braces use brackets and wires to properly align the wearer’s teeth. Many young people get braces when they are younger since their jaws are still growing. However, Many adults are taking advantage of orthodontics and having their smiles straightened. If you have a problematic alignment of your teeth, your dentist may suggest... read more »

Traditional braces incorporate a series of metal brackets that are cemented onto the front surfaces of your teeth with a strong dental adhesive. They are integrated with orthodontic wires and other hardware components to create a system capable of gradually realigning your teeth. This process of straightening and aligning your teeth is maintained through regularly scheduled adjustment appointments at Coastal... read more »

If you are hesitant about straightening your teeth with the metal brackets and wires of traditional braces, ask Dr. Adam Lautt about Invisalign® in Ventura, California. Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners to gently straighten your smile over time. Consultation When you come in for your consultation appointment, our orthodontist will speak with you about your orthodontic needs and... read more »

Plaque can accumulate on your teeth with or without braces, but adding brackets, wires, and elastic bands can increase plaque building up in those areas. To keep plaque under control. you want to brush, floss, and see your dentist for regular dental cleanings and checkups. Many patients have enjoyed using an electric toothbrush to clean teeth and a water flosser... read more »