How to Care for Your Invisalign Trays
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
3m ago
Congratulations on choosing Invisalign  aligners to straighten your teeth and achieve a stunning smile! To ensure the success of your treatment and keep your aligners clean and sturdy, it’s crucial to maintain a proper care routine. So how can you best care for your Invisalign trays to ensure your teeth and gums stay healthy and your orthodontic treatment stays on track? Here, we explore some essential tips for caring for your Invisalign aligners. An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full article here: How to C ..read more
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The Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment (They Aren’t All Cosmetic!)
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
1M ago
Getting your teeth straightened and your bite corrected allows you to have a beautiful smile for life. However, getting orthodontic treatment via braces or Invisalign isn’t just about having an attractive smile. Orthodontics allows people to have pain-free smiles that are easy to care for. So what are some benefits of straightening your smile with braces or clear aligners? You might be surprised to find they aren’t all cosmetic! An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full article here: The Benefits of Orthodontic Treatment (The ..read more
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What Is Phase I Orthodontics for Children?
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
2M ago
Orthodontic treatment done at the appropriate time can ensure an efficient process for getting straighter teeth, especially when seeking orthodontic care for children. The American Academy of Orthodontics recommends that children be seen by an orthodontist around age seven, which allows orthodontists to intervene before a child’s permanent teeth fully erupt in what’s called Phase I orthodontics [1]. What exactly is Phase I orthodontic treatment, and what does it include? Here we review the basics of Phase I treatment and why it could be an appropriate intervention for your child’s orthodontic ..read more
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How Do Elastic Bands Help Move Your Teeth?
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
2M ago
If you’ve pursued orthodontic treatment, chances are you have seen or heard about elastic bands (also called rubber bands) used to help move teeth in some cases. These bands can be clear or colorful and help orthodontists correct misaligned bites and properly position teeth in combination with traditional braces. But how exactly do elastic bands help move your teeth? Let’s take a closer look at how these bands can accelerate orthodontic treatment and help shift your teeth into place for a gorgeous smile as the final result. An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by&nbs ..read more
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Can Thumb Sucking Cause Your Child to Need Braces?
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
2M ago
Thumb sucking is a natural self-soothing practice of most babies and children. Most children will grow out of this habit on their own once they get out of their toddler years and reach pre-school or kindergarten. However, some children will continue to suck their thumb. While it may seem harmless, prolonged thumb sucking can cause structural changes to the front teeth and affect your child’s bite. With these changes, can thumb sucking cause your child to need braces? An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full article here: Can Thum ..read more
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Self-Ligating Braces Could Be Just What Your Child’s Smile Needs
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
3M ago
Self-ligating braces are a type of orthodontic treatment that is similar to conventional braces, but with one major difference. Whereas traditional braces use elastic bands to secure the wire to brackets, self-ligating braces have a built-in sliding mechanism that holds the wire and allows it to adjust on its own as the teeth move. As such, these braces offer benefits over conventional orthodontic treatment—and may be just what your child’s smile needs for straighter and healthier teeth. An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full a ..read more
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Can Braces or Invisalign Change Your Face Shape?
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
3M ago
Orthodontics can change many things about your smile, from the spaces between your teeth to your bite to the alignment of each tooth. For many people, investing in orthodontics is about more than having straighter teeth—it’s about having the confidence to smile more often. When considering orthodontic treatment with braces or Invisalign, you may be wondering if your face shape will change as your teeth shift into their proper positions. So can braces o Invisalign change your face shape? The answer may surprise you! An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental ..read more
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What Is IPR?
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
5M ago
IPR stands for interproximal reduction. Interproximal reduction is a technique that has been used for decades in dentistry, most commonly in orthodontics, to create more space for tooth movement and help teeth fit together more appropriately for a beautiful smile [1]. During an interproximal reduction procedure, your oral healthcare professional will remove a small amount of tooth enamel on the sides of your teeth to help reshape them. Interproximal reduction can be used for both braces and clear aligners, and even in cosmetic dentistry. So when exactly is IPR used, and why is it necessary? L ..read more
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Make a Dental Checkup a Part of Your Child’s Back-to-School Checklist!
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
8M ago
You likely have a lot of things on your list in preparation for your child going back to school. Between getting new supplies and outfits, meeting with teachers, stocking the fridge with healthy snacks, and getting the kids to bed at a decent hour, there’s a lot going on. However, although the back-to-school time of year is a busy season, don’t forget about your child’s regular dental checkup. Although it may not seem like an important event, here’s why you should consider making a dental checkup part of your child’s back-to-school checklist. An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally publish ..read more
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Can Orthodontic Treatment Change the Shape of Your Face?
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by Dr. Quoc Lu
9M ago
One common question people have when pursuing orthodontic treatment is whether it will change the shape of their face. The answer is yes, there is certainly potential for orthodontics to positively influence the shape of your face, especially when correcting bite issues. Improper bites and misaligned teeth can make asymmetrical features of your face more pronounced, but orthodontics can enhance facial symmetry and improve your appearance. So how can orthodontic treatment do this, exactly? An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource. Read the full ..read more
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