By Dr. Lisa Gao, DDS, MS Retainers after braces are essential because teeth can shift after orthodontic treatment. Braces move your teeth into better alignment, but retainers help hold that alignment in place while the bone, gums, and surrounding tissues …
By Dr. Lisa Gao, DDS, MS Adult orthodontics can help improve tooth alignment, bite function, oral health, and smile confidence at almost any age. Many adults choose orthodontic treatment because their teeth shifted after past braces, they never had treatment …
By Dr. Lisa Gao & Dr. Ivy Vuong Traditional braces and clear braces both straighten teeth using brackets and wires. The main difference is appearance: traditional braces use metal brackets, while clear braces use tooth-colored or translucent brackets that blend …
By Dr. Lisa Gao, DDS, MS Orthodontic treatment for adults can improve more than the way your smile looks. It can help correct crowding, spacing, shifting teeth, bite problems, and alignment issues that may affect cleaning, chewing, comfort, and long-term …
Taking care of your braces is essential for achieving a healthy, straight, and confident smile. While braces do the important work of aligning your teeth, your daily habits play a major role in how smooth and successful your treatment will …
Starting orthodontic treatment is an exciting step toward a healthier, more confident smile, but it also comes with a learning curve, especially when it is about eating. At Westwood Orthodontics, we guide our patients through every phase of treatment, including …
At Westwood Orthodontics, we believe that everyone, regardless of age, deserves a smile they’re proud to share. More and more adults and teenagers are discovering that clear aligners offer an orthodontic solution that’s both effective and discreet. In this article, …
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