Most of us get our braces on during junior high. We are about 12 years old when that last milky tooth falls out and the...

Young adolescents and teens with fixed orthodontic appliances who chew gum report significantly less pain and impact of their braces than their peers who do...

Who is an Orthodontist? An orthodontist must first complete a 6-year dental undergraduate programme at a university dental school. After a few years of clinical...

Phylosophy of orthodontics Orthodontics, formerly orthodontia (from Greek orthos "straight or proper or perfect"; and odous "tooth") is the first specialty of dentistry that is...

Improved Appearance The most visible benefit of undergoing orthodontic treatment is the improved appearance and self-esteem that comes from a straight, beautiful smile! It is...

Even ancient people wanted straight teeth! According to the AAO (American Association of Orthodontists), archaeologists have discovered mummified ancients with crude metal bands wrapped around...

  Dr. Davoudian provides orthodontic treatment for adults, adolescents and children. We follow the guidelines established by the American Association of Orthodontists by recommending that...

Many progressive treatments are now available for patients 7 to 11 years of age, that provide significant benefits, especially when jaw irregularities are present. These...

Between the ages of 11 and 15 is the most common time for orthodontic treatment. By 12, most if not all of the permanent teeth...

Braces aren’t just for kids anymore. Tooth alignment can be changed at any age if your gums and bone structure are healthy. We offer a...

Development of dental systemEach tooth has four main parts, including the following: Enamel - the outer layer of the tooth. Dentin - the inner layer and the...

Space management is an important responsibility of the general dentist, the pediatric dentist and the orthodontist. The premature loss of primary teeth may cause loss...

Introduction, Orthodontic headgear is a type of orthodontic appliance attached to dental braces or a maxillary removable appliance that aids in correcting some bite problems....

Introduction, Orthodontic brackets (also known as orthodontic braces) are devices used in orthodontics to align and straighten teeth and help to position them with regard...

Introduction Damon is a type of braces system known as self-ligating or tie-less. Self-ligating or tie-less means that the wires get held into the part...

Introduction of Lingual Orthodontics Lingual braces are attached to the back of teeth and hence they are invisible. The name of these braces is taken...

Introduction, Ceramic brackets are made of tooth-colored composite materials. Adults like to choose ceramic because they "blend in" with the teeth and cannot be seen...