There is always something going on at Village Orthodontics. Get the latest news and oral health tips by visiting our blog regularly.
While oral surgeons and orthodontists are both dental specialists, their training and treatment methods differ. Knowing which one you may see can help you prepare for your appointment. Here, our Village Orthodontics team provides more information about each specialty.
Invisalign treatment uses clear aligners to gradually move teeth. A common question we hear at Village Orthodontics is 'When should I change trays?'. Here we go over the typical timeline for changing your Invisalign trays.
Beginning your journey toward a straighter smile is exciting, but it's completely normal to want to understand the time commitment involved. Here, we compare braces and Invisalign and discuss whether one is faster than the other.
Orthodontic treatment goes beyond straightening teeth. It’s all about improving how you breathe, sleep, eat, and generally thrive in life. Here, our orthodontists talk about the impact of airway issues and answer the common question, 'Is sleep apnea hereditary?'.
Straightening your smile is an investment, and you wouldn't want anything to jeopardize that. So, how can you prevent injuries and damage during activities? Here, our orthodontists talk about how mouth guards can protect your teeth during sports while you are using braces or clear aligners.
Orthodontic treatment uses braces and aligners to align teeth. Some patients may feel some initial discomfort. Here, our orthodontists share some tips on how to stop braces discomfort after tightening to help you remain comfortable throughout treatment.
As you adjust to wearing braces, it’s important to be mindful of the foods you eat. Certain foods may cause damage to your appliances. Here, our orthodontists discuss whether you can have popcorn with braces and share some other foods that you can and can't have during treatment.
As you adjust to wearing braces, it’s important to be mindful of the foods you eat. Certain foods may cause damage to your appliances. Here, our orthodontists discuss whether you can have popcorn with braces and share some other foods that you can and can't have during treatment.
Orthodontics, like braces, help move teeth into better positions to address crowded or misaligned teeth. This process may also require a tooth or two to be shaved down. Here, we discuss why your orthodontist may need to file your teeth after braces and what you can expect during and after the procedure.
If you have braces, it’s possible that you’ll need to wear elastics at some point during your treatment. Here, our Village Orthodontics orthodontists discuss what rubber bands do for braces and what you can expect if you need them.
Whether you're considering treatment for yourself or your child, we have an orthodontist waiting for you at one of our seven locations across Ontario.
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