Having orthodontic appliances can come with some challenges and risks, though you can rest assured our team at Moon Orthodontics is more than prepared to take them with you. Today, we’re going to explain an important question: What is an orthodontic emergency? Parts of Braces To understand how they can sustain damage, you first need to know the components of braces. They have a lot of parts that work together to achieve alignment. Brackets: Brackets are tiny, square-shaped pieces that attach to the front of the teeth when braces are applied. They are bonded with a strong adhesive but can stil ..read more

Choosing to get orthodontic treatment is easy – who doesn’t want a happy, healthy, straight smile? Choosing your provider is a bit more complicated, and with so many options, it’s natural to wonder which is the best for your needs. If you’re wondering why you should choose an orthodontist for your Invisalign treatment plan instead of visiting your dentist or enlisting a direct-to-consumer aligner company, you’re in the right place. Keep reading to learn more!  Why You Shouldn’t Get Aligners with a Dentist or Direct-to-Consumer Clear Company Who does Invisalign? While orthodontists, dentis ..read more

Do you know how dentists and orthodontics work with one another? Do you even know how they’re different? Today, the Moon Orthodontics team wants to explain how these professionals collaborate and answer the question: Do dental check-ups help with orthodontic treatment? Understanding the Difference Before looking into the ways dental check-ups assist our process, let’s better understand how orthodontists and dentists compare and contrast one another. An orthodontist (like our own Dr. Moon) identifies, prevents, and resolves dental and facial irregularities, with the most common focus being on ..read more

Sometimes, orthodontic treatment does not start and end with an orthodontist’s office. Other specialists might be introduced to help the success of your treatment, especially when it means more invasive procedures. Our team at Moon Orthodontics has compiled some information to help you answer the question: “Do I need a tooth extraction before orthodontic treatment?” Surgical vs. Simple There are two main categories of tooth extractions: The first is a simple extraction, which is typically a more straightforward procedure. It pertains to the removal of teeth that are visible in the oral cavity ..read more

When you undergo any orthodontic procedure, your treatment doesn’t stop when you leave the office. If anything, it’s just the beginning. At Moon Orthodontics, we want you to be well-informed from the get-go. Let’s talk about exactly how to maintain good oral health with orthodontic treatment—and what can go wrong when you don’t. Our Treatments Before getting into how you take care of your appliances, and potential consequences of not doing so, we should go over what we offer for treatment with Dr. Moon! Metal braces are usually the first option for kids, but are equally reliable for adult pat ..read more

You might notice a slightly problematic stereotype when you turn on an ’80s or ’90s family movie. Typically, when you see braces on screen from this era, they’re usually worn by a nerdy kid or teenager. But unfortunately, orthodontic issues don’t simply cease to exist at a certain age! So you might ask, “Am I too old for braces?” The short answer is no! Dr. Moon and his sublime team at Moon Orthodontics can provide you with braces at any age, no matter your situation!    Do I Need Braces? Dr. Moon has been serving and empowering the Kansas City area with orthodontic solutions like br ..read more

What are the big questions you have regarding orthodontic care? Are you curious about different treatment methods? How long will it last? What your smile transformation will look like after? These are all great questions, and we can’t wait to get you into Moon Orthodontics to answer them!  Another set of really important questions is about the financial component of orthodontics. Questions like: Do we take dental insurance? Can you pay out of pocket? How much does it cost? What about financing? These questions are just as important to help us accomplish our goal of a gorgeous, healthy smi ..read more

You’ve probably heard about the droves of folks in Olathe and Overland Park raving about their straighter smiles. What’s with all the fuss about straighter teeth? At Moon Orthodontics, Dr. Moon and our team shoot you straight about all things teeth-related. Here is a list of Dr. Moon’s 5 benefits of straight teeth. Sweet Dreams: A Night of Restful Slumber Ever tossed and turned, struggling to catch those elusive Z’s? You might be surprised to learn that your teeth could be the culprits behind your restless nights. That’s right! Straight teeth can play a critical role in cutting back on sleep a ..read more

If you’re a parent in Olathe or Overland Park, you’ve got tons of questions about your child’s oral health. Moon Orthodontics is here to help! Our stupendous team, led by Dr. Moon, can show you everything you need to know about thumb-sucking and pacifiers. How do they affect your kids’ smiles?  The Early Years: Pacifiers and Thumb-Sucking Ah, the early years of childhood, where little ones find comfort in the simple joys of life. During this time, habits like pacifier use and thumb-sucking often come into play. As parents, we cherish these precious moments of seeing our children calming t ..read more

Do you ever feel like there’s zero room in your mouth? Like your teeth are so crammed together they’re starting to ache? How can you restore harmony? Moon Orthodontics, led by Dr. Joe Moon in Overland Park and Olathe, presents two compelling treatments to sort this out: extraction therapy and non-extraction therapy. This blog will take you behind the scenes of these two treatments, comparing their similarities and highlighting when each step is best performed. So let’s explore the particulars of extraction therapy vs. non-extraction therapy together.   Basics of Extraction and Non-extract ..read more