There may be several options. Only through an examination will I be able to discuss the best option for you. However, there are new treatments now available that are virtually pain free and much more convenient for my patients. Several of these options are found on this website. Our professional whitening work very well. You will notice a change after the first 2-3 applications with your best results after 2 weeks of continuous use.

Heredity is the main cause although local factors such as finger sucking, high cavity rate, gum disease, trauma and premature loss of baby teeth can also contribute to a bad bite. .

Braces use steady, gentle pressure over time to move teeth into their proper positions. They don't look like they're doing much just sitting there. but in fact, every moment or your orthodontic treatment, there's something happening in your mouth. Something good for you. The brackets we place on your teeth and the main archwire that connects them, are the two main components.The bracket is a piece of specially shaped metal or ceramic that we affix to each tooth.

There are many options and varying results depending on several factors: 1. The cause of the discoloration--2. Your expectations--3. Economic considerations. If the discoloration is due to discolored fillings in your front teeth, a resolution could be as simple as replacing the discolored fillings with bonded composite fillings. If you feel your teeth are too dark, bleaching them is a non-invasive, conservative treatment that will lighten and brighten your smile.

Many conditions may cause the teeth to be discolored (brown, gray, yellow, orange, black, etc.) Some of the causes include foods, chemicals ingested during the early years of life (ex: Tetracycline), injury to the primary teeth affecting the permanent developing tooth follicle, excessive fluoride ingestion during the first few years of life, genetic conditions, childhood diseases, external stains due to foods, smoking, etc.

If the only concern with your smile is the color of your teeth, there are several whitening options available for you. We offer both in office, Zoom Whitening, and take home whitening. After careful consideration an informed decision can be made for which option is best for you.

In spite of the careful attention given to informing the patients how important retainers are to prevent the teeth from returning to their crooked position, relapse occurs disconcertingly to the patient and the orthodontist too frequently. This occurs because teeth need time to "permanently set" or grow into their new positions like poured cement setting around a newly placed parking meter.

Teeth can be straightened with orthodontics (braces). This is usually done during the teenage years, when the teeth are going through a period of growth. However, many adults also have treatment to straighten their crooked teeth or to approve their appearance. The procedure can take much longer in adults and is therefore more expensive.

Beyond the loss of self confidence many people feel, crooked teeth are harder to keep clean, increasing the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Sometimes it's harder to chew certain types of healthy, high fiber foods, causing either digestive difficulties or avoidance of the offending foods. Other people may experience discomfort in their jaw joints from the improper alignment of teeth and gums. If your teeth protrude, they may be more likely to chip or fracture.

A - Some of the most common causes of tooth discoloration are; natural aging, staining food or drink (such as coffee, tea, cola, tobacco, etc.), trauma, dead nerve (pulp), old leaking fillings, and decay. Other causes of tooth discoloration are decalcification due to the chronic presence of plaque, excessive fluoride consumption (fluorisis) and tetracycline taken while the tooth is forming.

Normally you would have been given advice regarding the condition and development of the bite during visits to the cleft clinic. If you are still uncertain, then you should see your dentist first who will refer you to a specialist orthodontist for an opinion. There are great benefits in seeing your family dentist for regular dental care regardless if there is a cleft condition or not. However, do not let any teeth be removed without consultation with the Cleft Palate Clinic orthodontist.

Proper bite, the arrangement of the teeth, prevents premature breakdown of the teeth and their support. Periodontal (gum) conditions are often aggravated by bad bites. Many times a bad bite may be a symptom of a medical disorder (Chirodontics). Headaches, breathing problems, grinding the teeth, stiff necks, lower back pain, may all be symptoms associated with bad bites.