Being a teenager can present challenges when peer pressure is at the forefront. For most children ages 13-19, appearances and self-confidence are everything. As a teenager’s smile makes the first impression to others about connecting and relating, any crooked or missing teeth may present problems. From an early age, correcting problematic teeth are essential to…
If you need to indulge in foods and beverages that your intuition is telling you not to, you might want to read further to get a better grip as to what you consume and how it impacts your smile. Specific foods and beverages can stain your teeth, cause possible cracks in your teeth, or get…
“Bad bites” are considered to originate with crooked teeth. The overlapping, twisting, or misalignment of teeth lead to either an underbite or an overbite. Some people have teeth that grow in this manner, and while it might seem okay to allow crooked teeth to remain as they are, there can be consequences to your oral…
Choosing options for teeth correction in a child doesn’t have to be a difficult decision for the parent. Once your dentist determines the proper path to take, after an evaluation of all the factors where braces are necessary, the next step is less challenging. Reducing dental anxiety in a child is first and foremost. How…
Are you experiencing issues with your orthodontic treatment? Learning to manage soreness and discomfort is normal with orthodontic treatment of any kind. This is especially true for the first few days after an orthodontic adjustment or use of a new Invisalign® aligner as your teeth begin to shift into a new position. However, there are…
Treatment with braces goes beyond improving the health of your smile. By straightening teeth, patients are able to better care for their smile, removing bacteria and plaque from the spaces between and around teeth. As such, it can be said that braces are a critical, albeit indirect, solution for a myriad of dental health issues,…
With Halloween just around the corner, kids of all ages are getting ready to indulge in the treats they collect from a successful night of trick-or-treating. But if you’re wearing braces, this candy-focused holiday can be less about trying everything you get and more about sorting out the kind that won’t ruin your braces. Luckily,…
While most people are familiar with the importance of a oral hygiene routine, many have a hard time meeting the requirements of this important daily regimen. If you’re undergoing braces treatment like Invisalign, knowing the best way to clean your teeth and aligning trays is critical to getting the results you want. Why Oral Hygiene…
Whether you’re new to braces or have been through the ropes before, one of the biggest questions our patient have is “what can I eat with braces”? At the Centre for Invisible Braces, we know how challenging eating with braces can be. To help you enjoy your treatment with braces a little more, Dr. Grussmark…
In recent years, clear braces have become one of the most popular dental treatments available. Used to improve both the look, function, and health of the smile without the distraction and discomfort of metal, it’s no small wonder why treatments like Invisalign and ClearCorrect are quickly gaining popularity among teens and adults alike. With all…
