6 Problems That Invisalign Corrects

Whether it’s you, your teen, or your child, you’re ready for orthodontics. You wonder, though, if you can really correct the problem with the more aesthetically pleasing Invisalign®, rather than traditional braces. These days, you probably can. Invisalign® revolutionized teeth straightening when it first hit the market back in 1999. No longer did kids and […]

Here’s How You Can Use Your Dental Benefits Before Year End

Have you procrastinated about fixing a damaged tooth, missing tooth, or even getting your annual dental exam? That delay can cost you, big time. Use your dental benefits before the end of the year so you have even more funds next year. You wouldn’t literally burn money or throw it in the trash can. Or […]

Why a Missing Tooth Isn’t Just a Cosmetic Issue

Whether you think a missing tooth gives you street cred, or it’s far back enough “not to matter,” you might want to reconsider. A missing tooth isn’t just a blot on your smile. It endangers your other teeth and your overall health, too. Here’s how. A full and healthy adult smile — minus wisdom teeth […]

Can Orthodontics Correct My TMJ?

AB Dental and Oral Surgery | Can Orthodontics Correct My TMJ?

Even if you don’t mind your crooked teeth or misaligned bite, if you have jaw pain, you may need orthodontics. Orthodontics — whether traditional braces or Invisalign® — realigns your teeth so your jaw functions efficiently. Will it work for you? Somewhere between 5-12% of the women, men, and kids in the United States suffer […]