Orthodontic Treatment is a Team Effort – We’re All in This Together
Posted on March 2, 2021
Dr. Hussaini tells a lot of our patients that orthodontic treatment is a team effort. The patient, parents and our orthodontic team, when working together and all contributing equally, bring about a beautiful and positive result. However, if any of the three do not do their job, the treatment will not be successful. Yes, parents,… Read more »
How should you manage soreness during orthodontic treatment?
Posted on September 24, 2020
Soreness during orthodontic treatment is completely normal and expected. This is due to your teeth moving into their new positions. You can take over-the-counter pain medication to help you manage this soreness. Tylenol (acetaminophen) should be tried first. If Tylenol does not work, you can try Advil or Motrin (ibuprofen). Soft foods also help a… Read more »
Retainer Instructions
Posted on July 8, 2019
It is important to take proper care of your retainers so that you can maintain your beautiful smile forever! We always provide all our patients with these instructions, but just in case you have lost yours, here they are again: Retainers DO’s and DON’T’S DO’S: Only keep the retainers in one of two places: your… Read more »
What is Invisalign and how does it work?
Posted on February 5, 2019
Invisalign is an orthodontic alternative to braces that uses clear aligners (trays) to move teeth. A digital scan is initially taken that creates 3-dimensional images of the patient’s teeth on a computer. These images are uploaded into Invisalign’s software and Dr. Hussaini uses this software to set all the teeth and the bite precisely how… Read more »
2018 Holiday Season
Posted on October 28, 2018
2018 is flying by and the end of the year is already here! We wanted to make sure our patients are aware of our schedule just in case you need to contact our office for any reason. Here is our schedule for the Holidays coming up: Thanksgiving Day Thursday 11/22/18: Office will be closed “Black… Read more »
Rubber Bands in Orthodontic Treatment
Posted on June 28, 2018
One of the most common questions we hear when patients start the orthodontic treatment is “when am I going to start wearing rubber bands?” Patients often wonder how they work? And why are they used? First of all, it’s important to remember that rubber bands, or elastics, or not used for every orthodontic patient. For… Read more »
Orthodontic Treatment is for All Ages!
Posted on June 28, 2018
Orthodontic treatment is not only for kids! You may have thought braces are for children, but times have changed! Adults all over the world are conscious about their appearance and smile, which has resulted in about one in every five orthodontic patients being over the age of 21. Recent studies have shown that straighter teeth… Read more »
How to get a celebrity smile without the celebrity budget!
Posted on June 28, 2018
You may think that getting a celebrity smile is out of your budget. But that’s not true at all! At Smileworks Orthodontics, we offer flexible payment plans to help you achieve a smile you will love. We personalize our no-interest financing plans to fit your budget. The first step to start the process would be… Read more »
How long do I have to wear my retainers for after my treatment has completed?
Posted on June 28, 2018
This is the most common question we get from patients after their orthodontic treatment has been completed. The simple answer is that retention (the process of wearing retainers to retain teeth in the final position set with orthodontic treatment) is a life-long process. The reason why retainers need to be worn the rest of a… Read more »
How often will I visit the orthodontist after my braces are taken off?
Posted on June 28, 2018
Typically, you’ll visit our office about 4 more times after your braces have been removed to ensure everything is going well post-treatment with your retainers. These appointments are called retention checks during which Dr. Hussaini ensures your retainers are fitting well and your teeth are not moving. The 4 appointments are spread out over 2… Read more »