BEING STRESSED OUT is never a fun feeling, so it might not be too surprising to hear that stress can actually impact our physical health in significant ways. That includes the health of our teeth and gums. 😧 We’re not... More
WHETHER WE GET braces as teenagers or not, whether we grow up with straight teeth or not, our teeth can still shift as we get older. 🤔 This happens for a number of reasons. Bottom teeth in particular are prone... More
What is an orthodontist? All orthodontists are dentists but not all dentists are orthodontists. What we commonly call orthodontists are actually specialists in the area of orthodontics (straightening teeth) and dento-facial orthopedics (the bones that support the teeth and make... More
In short, yes. While thumb sucking or pacifier use is one of an infant’s natural reflexes, prolonged sucking can exert force on the teeth and jaws. If your child sucks a thumb, finger, pacifier, or lips, their teeth or jaw... More