Types of Retainers: There are a few different types of retainers, both removable and fixed. The most commonly used retainers are Why Do Patients Need to Wear Retainers? The bone surrounding your teeth is constantly remodeling. Once your teeth have been aligned in the proper position, they will have a tendency to keep moving. […]
Palatal expansion occurs when the growth plate, or suture, in the middle of the palate (upper jaw) is stretched and separated to broaden the upper jaw. This is done using a palatal expander, made out of metal bands that fit around the upper molar teeth and a metal appliance that fits in the roof of […]
Oftentimes, a child may benefit from receiving orthodontic treatment at two separate times. The first phase occurs when the child has a mix of baby and adult teeth, followed by a resting period. The second phase usually starts when most of the adult teeth are present, so they can be moved into alignment. Two phase […]
Congratulations on beginning your journey to a straighter, more confident smile! Let us walk you through a few tips and tricks to help you conquer your first week in braces, with a smile! Don’t be afraid to take an over-the-counter pain reliever for any soreness or discomfort upon arriving at home after getting your […]
As we begin the month of October, many of us are getting into our back-to-school schedules, the leaves on the trees are changing colors here in New York, and the pumpkin spiced foods and beverages are everywhere. For orthodontists, October is highlighted by “National Orthodontic Health Awareness Month”. For many of our patients, October […]
Have you noticed your teeth shifting over time? Whether you lost your old retainer from childhood, or your bite has changed through the years, braces or clear aligners can help you re-align your teeth into their proper position. The benefits of adult orthodontic treatment are not only for aesthetic reasons, they are for improved health […]
Fun Facts About Dr. Ava Dr. Ava was born in Israel and understands Hebrew! She LOVES to cook Middle Eastern cuisine. Dr. Ava is gluten free. She makes a lot of GF foods herself, including home-made almond butter, granola and breads! Dr. Ava completed her undergraduate studies at Adelphi University, majoring in Biology and minoring […]
Let’s face it, when it comes to teeth, shift happens! Orthodontic tooth movement occurs as a force is applied to the teeth, either using braces or clear aligners. Once the force is removed from the teeth, when treatment is complete, the teeth want to move back to their original (crooked) position. A retainer is used […]
Would you ever think of performing your own cardiovascular, dermatologic or surgical treatments by yourself at home? Why then, would it be okay to perform your own orthodontic treatment at home? These days, there are multiple Do-It-Yourself (DIY) companies that advertise to “consumers” the ease of at-home treatment. Like medical treatments, dental or orthodontic procedures […]
Maintaining healthy eating habits while having braces can seem challenging. Although we know that certain foods should be avoided during treatment with braces (Ex: hard candy, sticky candy or sticky foods, popcorn, raw apples or carrots, hard pizza crust), it is likely that you will come across some of these “forbidden foods” during the course […]
