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Reasons Why Brackets Fall Off and What To Do When It Happens

A broken bracket is probably the most common reason for an emergency trip to your orthodontist, but why do brackets break and fall off? Here are some common reasons why orthodontic brackets fall off and what you can do if this happens to you.  What Causes an Orthodontic Appliance to Break? Brackets and other orthodontic [...]

Reasons Why Brackets Fall Off and What To Do When It Happens

How to Prevent Tooth Decay with Braces

The opportunity to straighten out those misaligned pearly whites is an opportunity that thousands take advantage of every year. Perfectly aligned teeth enhance one's smile and give people a sense of pride and confidence. However, with braces, solving one problem could very well lead to another, but it doesn't have to.  Can Braces Cause Tooth [...]

How to Prevent Tooth Decay with Braces

Guide to Orthodontic Elastics

Orthodontists use more than just braces to straighten your teeth and align your jaw. You may also need elastics or springs to ensure every tooth is in the right spot. If you’ve been told that you’ll need to wear elastics for braces, here's some information that can help clear up your questions.   Who needs to wear [...]

Guide to Orthodontic Elastics

What are Dental Positioners?

Dental positioners are sometimes recommended after braces are removed. They work to finalize the tooth placement in a way that brackets and retainers cannot. They also help speed up the process of closing gaps between molars where metal bands were placed to hold archwires and encourage the ideal bite position between the upper and lower teeth.   What is the Process for Getting a Dental Positioner? After your braces [...]

What are Dental Positioners?

How Orthodontic Treatments Can Help Adults with Sleep Apnea

Individuals who have sleep apnea are often unaware that they have the condition since they do not hear the loud snoring, and gasping sounds they make throughout the night. Nor do they realize they stop breathing several times in the midst of all this. However, if you are a spouse or a parent of someone with sleep apnea, you know all [...]

How Orthodontic Treatments Can Help Adults with Sleep Apnea

Treating Cleft Palate

If your child has been diagnosed with a cleft palate, you may be curious about what the process looks like for getting them the treatment they require to enhance their ability to eat and communicate. Below, we look at some of the basic information surrounding cleft palate treatment, diagnosis and orthodontic support, so you can get a [...]

Treating Cleft Palate

Ceramic Braces Vs. Traditional Braces: What’s The Difference?

Dependent on your orthodontic wants and needs, you may wish to explore the differences between traditional and ceramic braces to determine which one will suit you best. Ceramic braces are a much less visible alternative than traditional metal braces, but it’s important to consider some of the nuances between the two. Who Can Wear Ceramic Braces? [...]

Ceramic Braces Vs. Traditional Braces: What’s The Difference?

What to Expect at Your First Orthodontic Appointment

Getting braces is a big commitment, so it’s natural to feel a little nervous and to be wondering what you can expect at your first orthodontist appointment. We’re here to assure you, there’s nothing to worry about! Your first visit to Wonder West Orthodontics quite simply presents the opportunity for you to get to know us and better [...]

What to Expect at Your First Orthodontic Appointment

Different Types of Braces and Their Use

The time has come for you to consider how braces may affect your smile, but did you know there are a few different types of braces that may help you achieve selfie-worthy results? If your dentist has suggested you may benefit from a visit to an orthodontist, you may have the opportunity to explore four different [...]

Different Types of Braces and Their Use