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Are You the Ideal Clear Aligner Candidate?

July 18, 2022

Woman with a perfect smile holding clear aligners bent n a shape of heart.

Everything from your oral health to your personality may determine whether you are a viable candidate for clear aligners. A consultation with Broad Street Braces can help you decide which teeth straightening strategy is best for you. First, however, it helps to consider what a typical Invisalign or Spark Clear Aligner wearer looks like. Not…

7 Reasons People Choose Clear Aligners

June 14, 2022

Woman in a dental chair during orthodontic appointment looking at her perfect teeth in a mirror.

If you are considering straightening your smile, you may be concerned with the idea of wearing braces. While braces are effective for correcting imperfections in your bite and smile, they are not for everyone. Clear aligners offer an alternative to metal braces that many of our patients at Broad Street Braces enjoy. Here are seven…

Do Not Abandon Your Quest for Straighter Teeth

May 21, 2022

If you or your teen feels that straight teeth are just not going to happen for you, think again. Traditionally, braces were the only option available for addressing crooked, crowded, spacing, overbite, underbite, and other issues. Then aligners came along that were more technologically advanced. Initially, patients who turned to aligners reported better experiences than…

You May Need Corrective Jaw Surgery for Facial Harmony

April 13, 2022

Facial harmony is when your jaw’s relative position works with your facial shape. This conformity is crucial for daily life functions, enabling you to eat, speak, breathe and swallow comfortably. When Braces Alone are Not Enough Facial harmony is necessary for your jaws to adequately support your teeth, allowing them to work seamlessly with your…

How to Decide Between Clear Braces and Invisalign

March 10, 2022

It can be extremely confusing deciding whether you want Invisalign® or clear braces. However, knowing the pros and cons can help you determine which one is suited for you. Understanding Clear Braces and Invisalign Clear braces, also called ceramic braces, involve using clear ceramic brackets with a metal or white-colored wire. They are almost identical…

Do You Have Severe Orthodontic Problems?

February 7, 2022

Most orthodontic issues are relatively easy to correct. Crowded teeth, a gap in the teeth or a misaligned bite are usually resolved by using the many corrective procedures available. Invisalign®, clear ceramic braces and lingual braces are comfortable and aesthetically pleasing solutions to common tooth and jaw alignment problems. Modern corrective procedures require less treatment…

Parents Supporting Kids with Braces

January 12, 2022

Any kid who needs braces will understand the importance of straitening or aligning teeth. However, that does not disguise the fact that orthodontic treatment takes time and comes with many challenges. As parents, it is your job to provide support and positive reinforcement of the benefits that come from braces. At Broad Street Braces, our…

Addressing the Challenges of Wearing Braces

December 15, 2021

There is no doubt that braces provide several benefits for the wearer. However, it is also important to acknowledge and address the challenges you or your child may face. Every individual will have different experiences, depending on the type of braces used in treatment. It is up to parents, caregivers, the orthodontist and the wearer…

Does My Child Need Braces?

November 15, 2021

Every parent would like to see their child have a healthy, beautiful smile with straight teeth. Misalignment or a bite that is off in a young child may not be readily recognized by an untrained eye. On the other hand, your child may have misalignment or bite issues that are clearly visible and you may…

Optimal Oral Hygiene with Traditional Braces

October 11, 2021

When you have traditional, nonremovable braces, keeping your braces and teeth clean is paramount in order to prevent caries and gingivitis from developing. Your oral health depends on practicing optimal oral hygiene. Neglecting these practices could leave you facing pockets of tooth decay and gum disease after your braces come off. Your Braces and Tooth…