Tbraces Orthodontics

08/31/2025

Sunday Funday - Enjoy the day.

08/30/2025

Riddle of the day...

08/30/2025

08/29/2025

Our office will be closed on Monday, 8/1 in observation of the Holiday.
We will reopen Tuesday, 8/2 at 8:30am.

08/29/2025

To clean your Invisalign aligners or Retainers:
Rinse: Rinse aligners/retainers with lukewarm water to remove any debris.
Brush: Use a soft-bristled toothbrush (not the one you use for your teeth) and gentle, clear liquid soap to brush.
Rinse Again: Rinse thoroughly after brushing to ensure no soap residue remains.
Store Properly: When not in use, store your aligners/retainers in a protective case to keep them clean.

Following these steps will help keep your aligners/retainers fresh, clear, and free from bacteria and plaque buildup.

08/29/2025

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08/28/2025

What is Phase 1 treatment?
Phase 1 treatment is orthodontic care for children who are still in the early stages of having mixed dentition, or a mix of baby and adult teeth. This generally occurs between ages 6 to 9.2 The goal of Phase 1 treatment is to develop kids’ jaws and/or rows of teeth (commonly called “arches”) to make room for existing teeth and for incoming permanent teeth.3
Two processes commonly involved in Phase 1 treatment are moving teeth and widening the palate, or the roof of the mouth.
What is Phase 2 treatment?
One way to think of your child’s pediatric orthodontic treatment is like building a house. If Phase 1 treatment is like laying the foundation and building the frame, Phase 2 treatment is like wiring the house and designing the interiors—part structural, part aesthetic.
All the important work completed during Phase 1 treatment can leave your child’s smile with gaps. Phase 2 treatment helps close those gaps, align their teeth, and create a beautiful, confidence-boosting smile.

08/28/2025

What would YOU change about your smile to make it a perfect 10?

08/27/2025

What Is Phase 1 Orthodontics?
A child can get braces even if they still have baby teeth. In some cases, treatment may be initiated when a child has a mix of both. This is known as “interceptive orthodontics” or “phase 1 orthodontics.” The objectives of early intervention include:
Guiding Jaw Growth: Ensuring sufficient space is available for permanent teeth to emerge correctly
Correcting Bite Problems: Some overbites, underbites, or crossbites may be harder to correct if treatment is delayed until permanent teeth have erupted.
Addressing Harmful Habits: Like thumb sucking or tongue thrusting, which can affect teeth and jaw development.
Improving Aesthetics & Self-esteem: by addressing noticeable dental issues at an early age.

A child’s mouth is a busy place, and everything in the body is growing in the early years, including the bones in the jaw and face. Around age 6, the first permanent molars appear, followed by the loss of baby teeth as permanent teeth come in. Typically, this happens in a predictable, particular order, but problems with dental development can arise without warning.
The gums hide about two-thirds of each tooth and the bone that holds the teeth in place. This allows the gums to mask conditions that interfere with the emergence of teeth, making it important to schedule an orthodontic appointment before all permanent teeth are in.
Early or late loss of baby teeth can signal a problem and cause trouble with chewing, biting, or speaking. Not addressing these issues until a child has all their permanent teeth could complicate the treatment process. If you notice these symptoms, schedule an appointment with us right away.

08/27/2025

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08/26/2025

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08/26/2025

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