Can You Get Braces With Baby Teeth? A Guide for Parents

Can You Get Braces With Baby Teeth? A Guide for Parents

Preparing for dental care costs for your kids is necessary, considering the limited circumstances Medicaid covers orthodontic treatments, including braces.  To qualify, your dentist should deem your child’s need for braces as medically necessary. Plus, even if...
What Are Your Options for Smile Correction?

What Are Your Options for Smile Correction?

Do you hide your smile from the camera or your reflection in the mirror? Don’t worry; you’re not the only one. About three in five people hate how their smile looks. Unfortunately, most people (76%) base a first impression of someone on their smile. With...
Braces on Crooked Teeth: How Correction Works

Braces on Crooked Teeth: How Correction Works

Over 4 million people in the United States alone use braces, and 1 million of those are adults. Having braces on crooked teeth is nothing new, nor is it unusual, but still, many people do not understand what they do and how they work. Are you considering getting them,...
7 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Local Orthodontist

7 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Local Orthodontist

There are now over 91,100 orthodontists in the US. If you’re looking for a practice in Frankfort and Louisville, KY, you need to do your due diligence. Research will ensure you find a local orthodontist who can offer the highest standard of care. Here are seven...
How Early is Too Early for Braces for Kids

How Early is Too Early for Braces for Kids

Did you know cavities are the most common disease in childhood? Teach your children about oral health, and prevent significant problems like misalignment or teeth space from worsening. Children’s braces can correct overbite or teeth spacing issues. If you’re wondering...
How to Identify And Treat a Jaw Misalignment In Your Child

How to Identify And Treat a Jaw Misalignment In Your Child

About 75% of patients receiving orthodontic care are children and adolescents. Many of these patients are treated for jaw misalignment, which can affect a child’s health and even lead to jaw surgery in serious cases. Do you know how to spot misaligned teeth in...