What is a palatal expander?

August 7th, 2018

Orthodontists like Dr. Thomas Burns recommend a first orthodontic visit and evaluation for your child around the age of seven. We will evaluate your child’s jaw and facial development and make sure that there is enough room in the mouth for the permanent teeth when they arrive. One of the recommendations we might make for…
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What are lingual braces?

July 31st, 2018

Incognito™ lingual braces offer the effectiveness of traditional braces minus the look of a mouth full of metal. They’re placed on the back of your teeth and won’t be visible to others unless you have widely spaced teeth. Dr. Thomas Burns would love to help you determine if this would be a good treatment option…
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Make Your Braces Bands Work for You!

July 24th, 2018

Well, of course, they already are working for you—as an essential part of the alignment process. Rubber bands, also known as elastic ligatures, are used to secure the wires inside your brackets. But bands can be more than functional. Since the ligatures around each bracket are replaced when you visit our office, why not use…
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Cosmetic Orthodontics: Lingual braces vs. clear aligners

July 17th, 2018

For more than a century, braces have helped patients achieve straighter teeth, and treatment methods continue to emerge. Today, braces have the potential to be discreet while still producing great results. If you want straighter teeth without the look of traditional metal braces, Dr. Thomas Burns can offer multiple options to give you the smile…
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