Orthodontist Peoria, AZ Invisalign Braces | Affiliated Orthodontics
Orthodontist Peoria, AZ Invisalign Braces | Affiliated Orthodontics
Affiliated Orthodontics would like to share with you a few fun facts offered by the American Association of Orthodontists ( AAO ) we think will be of interest. • The first mechanical treatment for correcting malaligned teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79). • Famous orthodontic patients include: Tom Cruise, Kathryn Heigle, Hale Read More
The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that parents understand the early warning signs of an orthodontics problem and recommends kids be evaluated by an orthodontist by age 7 – 8. Early evaluation provides both timely detection of problems and a greater opportunity for more effective treatment. Well timed intervention guides growth and development, preventing serious Read More
When parents visit Affiliated Orthodontics, it is not uncommon for parents to worry if their child’s baby teeth do not fall out on time. Infants rollover, sit, walk, and talk at different stages of their development. The same is true when your child is losing baby teeth. There are some developmental issues which require professional Read More
Lollipops are a cavity on a stick and soda is pure sugar in a can. Candy and soda cause tooth decay. You’ve been taught this since grade school. This is not news, is it? Well, what about the fact that sports drinks ruin your teeth, too? Heard that one before? Dr. Davis, Dr. Womack and Read More
It’s time to start spreading the holiday cheer! We love having you as part of our orthodontic family at Affiliated Orthodontics and we want to send holiday smiles to all of our patients and their families with a couple of poems for the season! Happy Holidays to everyone! The Night Before Christmas (with my braces)
Everyone knows that at Affiliated Orthodontics, we love having fun at Halloween.… But it can be a “nightmare” if orthodontic appliances are damaged eating the wrong treats. Every year, the entire Affiliated Orthodontics team is proactive in educating parents and patients of the potential problems that can occur if orthodontic patients don’t watch what they Read More
Now that summer is over and everyone is back to school, Affiliated Orthodontics just wanted to take a minute to remind our patients to wear a mouth guard when playing fall sports, especially unorganized sports in your neighborhood. A mouth guard protects not only teeth, but your lips and cheeks while wearing braces. A mouth Read More
Some parents at Affiliated Orthodontics ask if stopping a child’s nail biting habit is another positive effect of orthodontic treatment. Since nail biting can be harmful to braces by breaking brackets and bending wires that delays treatment, Dr. Womack and Dr. Davis feel that finding ways to curtail the habit is in our patient’s best Read More
The technical term for a “bad bite” is a malocclusion. There are many different types of malocclusions depending on what the exact nature of the problem. Sometimes, a poor bite only develops on one side of the mouth instead of both sides. This situation, which is commonly known as a crossbite, happens because of an Read More
Affiliated Orthodontics specializes in the movement of teeth and correction of adverse jaw growth problems. Evaluating and diagnosing each individual patient’s dental development, presents a slightly different challenge for an orthodontist. There are many factors at work and different approaches that can be used. In severe situations, permanent tooth removals may be required to create Read More
Have you ever given any thought to what it actually means to have a “perfect” smile? Most people when asked this question will conjure up mental images of models and Hollywood actors with dazzling teeth. However, there is an actual medical definition of the way the teeth are meant to fit together. The word “occlusion” Read More
Missing permanent teeth or premature loss of baby teeth is one reason why the American Association of Orthodontics (AAO) recommends an orthodontic consultation for children beginning at age 7. The upper lateral incisors, second premolars and third molars (wisdom teeth) are the teeth most likely to fail to develop or erupt. Heredity is considered a Read More
School is out in most parts of the country and summer vacation will soon be here. Do you know what to do if you have an orthodontic emergency while you are out of town, on vacation, or away at camp? Here are some tips from Affiliated Orthodontics. Fortunately, most problems with your braces don’t qualify Read More
At Affiliated Orthodontics, we don’t have to tell you that keeping your teeth clean during treatment is very important. Braces have a habit of collecting additional food while eating that can cause a multitude of problems if not cared for correctly. So you don’t offend others with unsightly food caught on your braces, or to Read More
At Affiliated Orthodontics, we think about how many processes of the human body take place unconsciously. As we make our way through the day, humans are constantly breathing, blinking, keeping our balance, and doing a thousand other tiny things we never give a second thought. One such unconscious behavior is the way we chew and swallow Read More
At Affiliated Orthodontics, our number one concern is our patients. No matter what time of year or type of contact sport, make sure your kids are properly protected. We support the American Association of Orthodontics during Sport Safety month in their efforts to help raise awareness among parents and patients to increase the use of Read More
Did you know a pet’s bad breath could signify a potentially serious dental or oral disease that could pose a health risk to the animal’s internal organs? According to veterinary professionals, a dog’s teeth should be checked every year and cleaned at least every other year and sometimes more often. This Blog post offers great Read More
Patients of all ages are self conscious when they first get their braces. It takes a few days to adjust both physically and emotionally to the look and feel of the appliances. Support and understanding from family and friends goes a long way the first few weeks to help patients adapt both physically and emotionally, Read More