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The Use of X-rays in Orthodontics

The Use of X-rays in Orthodontics

Exposure to x-rays has long been associated with the potential increased risk of non-cancerous tumors.  A news story that was published in April of 2012 referenced this link and renewed the concern among the general population.  Therefore, we feel that it’s important to review the use of x-rays for the purpose of patient care in our orthodontic office.  The following questions and answers are intended to provide you with information that you can use to make wise decisions about your ...

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I just want my bottom teeth straightened

I just want my bottom teeth straightened

My upper teeth look great and I like my smile!  However, my lower teeth are crooked and people tend to notice them when I’m talking.  They seem to be getting worse as I get older too.  Can’t I just get braces on my lower teeth and put them back where they used to be?

Doing orthodontic treatment in one arch is possible, but it has to be under the right circumstances.  What determines this is the relationship between the lower and ...

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It’s an Emergency!

It’s an Emergency!

Chances are that if you have braces in your mouth, you are going to have an orthodontic emergency.  What exactly is an orthodontic emergency?  Is it something that can wait until your next regular visit?  Should you call the orthodontic office’s emergency number?

Basically an orthodontic emergency occurs when something does not go as planned during your treatment.  There are many types of possible emergencies:  some are caused by trauma, some are directly related to braces, some are not related to ...

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