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Know Your Dental Specialties: Orthodontist

By ChrisadJuly 3, 2017Blogorthodontist

Simply put, an orthodontist is a type of dentist. However, many people don’t know this because general dentistry and orthodontics are treated as two very separate kinds of dental care.

Clear Braces vs. Metal Braces

By ChrisadOctober 5, 2016Blog, Orthodonticsbraces, orthodontics, orthodontist

The choice between clear braces or metal braces is becoming an age-old debate at the orthodontist’s office or the dentist’s office. For many patients who wish to straighten their teeth, the choice comes down to balancing the affect of orthodontics on your appearance, it’s impact on your budget, & the expected or desired outcome for your particular case.

What Is TMJ & How Can a Dentist Help?

By ChrisadAugust 10, 2016Blog, Dental Conditions, Educational, TMJdentist, orthodontist

The temporomandibular joints are the joints on either side of your head that connect your jaw to your skull & allow you to open & close your mouth, chew, & speak. Because it can move in many different directions, these joints are some of the most complex in your body.