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No Impressions with the iTero Digital Scanner!

At Tanner and Reichhold Orthodontics, we know that no one likes a mouth full of gooey putty and that impressions can be uncomfortable and a major hassle. In an effort to provide our patients with a positive experience and the best treatment possible, we are proud to have an iTero Digital Scanner as a new state-of-the-art tool in our office!

The iTero Digital Scanner is the latest technology for digitally capturing an image of your teeth. It is far more accurate than any impression that ...

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15
JUL

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: digital scanner, impressions, Invisalign scanner, scanner

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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15
JUN

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: Concord orthodontist, dental x-rays, exposure from dental x-rays, Risks of dental x-rays, Tanner and Reichhold Orthodontics, x-rays in orthodontics

Your Initial Orthodontic Consultation

When you first start thinking about going to an orthodontist, it is normal to feel a little apprehensive. What will your orthodontic experience be like? Whether you have been referred by your general dentist or chosen to seek out orthodontic care on your own, there are a few things that you can do to prepare for your initial consultation.

One of the best ways to prepare for an orthodontic consultation is to understand your options. With so many choices available today, ...

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15
MAY

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: First visit to the orthodontist, Initial orthodontic consultation, Initial orthodontic exam, Initial orthodontic examination

Which is better: Braces or Invisalign?

Today’s technology has come a long way and patients have many choices when it comes to straightening their teeth. A frequently asked question in our office is “Which is better: Braces or Invisalign?”

Braces are made up of metal or ceramic brackets and metal wires. A single bracket is affixed in an ideal position on each tooth. A wire is then inserted through each bracket and this wire gently draws the teeth into their proper alignment. An orthodontist is responsible for ...

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15
APR

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: Braces, Braces better than Invisalign, Braces versus Invisalign, Braces vs Invisalign, Invisalign, Invisalign better than braces

Why do teeth have to be extracted?

One of the most common comments that our patients or their parents make during the initial examination in our office is “why do teeth have to be removed before the braces go on?” The answer to this question depends on several factors.

Everyone has two sets of teeth. The first teeth to grow into the mouth are the primary or “baby” teeth. These teeth typically fall out on their own between the ages of 5 and 12 years. The second set ...

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15
MAR

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: Braces, Concord Orthodontics, crowding, extract teeth, extractions, flared teeth, protrusion, remove teeth

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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15
FEB

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: braces on lower teeth, Concord orthodontist, limited orthodontic treatment, Tanner and Reichhold Orthodontics

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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15
JAN

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: Concord orthodontist, Drs. Tanner and Reichhold, Tanner and Reichhold Orthodontics, Walnut Creek orthodontist

Why choose an Orthodontist instead of your Dentist to straighten your teeth?

Many people wouldn’t give it a second thought about who they should see when it comes to straightening their teeth or their child’s teeth. Why, an orthodontist of course! However, there is nothing saying that a general dentist can’t provide orthodontic treatment to his patients. In fact, a general dentist can extract wisdom teeth if he wants to. He can even surgically place an implant in a patient’s jaw if he so desires. A general dentist technically is licensed to ...

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15
DEC

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: general dentist, highly trained specialist, orthodontist

When is the Right Time to See an Orthodontist?

This is one of the most common questions that we are asked! In the past, parents were usually told to wait until all of their child’s baby teeth were gone and all of the permanent teeth were in, or to just wait until their dentist told them that it was time to see an orthodontist. However, this has changed over the years.

According to ...

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15
NOV

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: crooked teeth, crossbite, crowding, deepbite, early loss of a tooth, flared front teeth, openbite, overbite, premature loss of a tooth, proper eruption of a tooth, right time for braces, spacing, underbite

Just because they’re straight doesn’t mean it’s great

Why do people get braces on their teeth? It’s certainly not to make a fashion statement nor is it to intentionally inflict the discomfort that typically accompanies braces. No, it’s because they want straight teeth. But the reality is that there is more to it than that … much more.

When I was a dental student, I had a keen interest in orthodontics. I had braces on my teeth when I was in college, so the memory of the day when ...

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15
OCT

Categories: Archive, Blog

Tags: Braces, Invisalign, straight teeth

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