Dry mouth is common after getting braces, though not all people experience this symptom. Your mouth might feel dry for several reasons, including irritation that reduces your saliva production, general dehydration, and secondary effects when you change your habits to accommodate your new braces. If you’re experiencing dryness in your mouth, increased thirst, cracked lips,…
Almost everyone clenches or grinds their teeth occasionally. The problem arises when tooth grinding becomes so pronounced that there’s risk of damage, and the constant strain causes pain. The compulsion to grind your teeth is called bruxism, and it’s most common at night while you’re asleep. Daytime bruxism also occurs, though you’re more conscious of…
You know that getting orthodontic treatment gives you a straighter, more even smile. Even so, you might be wondering: What would I look like with straighter teeth? Orthodontic treatment can change more than just your teeth. Because an orthodontist treats malocclusions caused by things like crooked teeth, jaw problems, and even bone structure, getting orthodontic treatment…
To correct overbite teeth problems, you might wonder if braces are really going to do the trick. After all, there’s a very common misconception that braces are only there to give you a straighter, prettier smile with very little medical necessity. Orthodontic treatment is about far more than cosmetic fixes. Getting braces might be important…
For millions of people, improving their smile with orthodontic treatment is medically important. Getting braces or some other teeth straightening option has brightened lots of smiles, and for many of those people, correcting their malocclusions was integral to maintaining their overall health. Sometimes, though, a less than perfect smile is merely a cosmetic issue instead…
Sometimes, you need orthodontic treatment with a missing tooth. Whether you’re an adult with congenitally missing teeth, your child loses a baby molar during early treatment, or you’ve lost a tooth for another reason, you can still get braces with missing teeth. In fact, there are many situations when orthodontic treatment is recommended for patients…
Some teens are all about getting braces to straighten their smile, while others are less than excited about the idea of being called a brace face. If your teen is reluctant to get braces, here are some tips: Education: Learn About New Advances in Braces Whatever your teen’s concern, modern orthodontics probably has a solution….
Making a big change in your overall health doesn’t happen all at once. Our lives are made of habits, and the little decisions we make throughout every day accumulate to make a massive impact. Orthodontic care is just one piece of the health puzzle. Even though your orthodontist helps correct very specific problems with your…
Sometimes, people with crooked teeth or those undergoing orthodontic treatment to correct malocclusions are hesitant to show their teeth. At Hansen Orthodontics, we think there should be more smiling in the world! Even if your grin is less than perfect, the world can always use a little more joy. Smiling releases endorphins in your system,…
When you’re thinking of orthodontic treatment for yourself or a family member, one of the first questions you ask is this: How long does it take to get straight teeth? That’s not a question that’s easy to answer in a blog post. There are too many variables to consider, and everyone’s mouth is unique. You…
When you get your braces, some people might tell you that they make your teeth look yellow. That’s not actually true, but if you don’t clean your teeth properly while you’re receiving orthodontic treatment (a common mistake) you will end up with plaque buildup on your teeth, and that can make your teeth look yellow. As long…
You know it’s important to take care of your teeth, so you schedule annual checkups for you and your children with your family dentist. Isn’t that enough? Dentists and orthodontists work with different specialties, so visiting just one may not be enough. Here’s how you can determine which you need: Dentist vs Orthodontist – What’s…
