Category Archives: Orthodontics

DIY braces problems

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Solutions to some DIY braces problems. Assuming you are referring to mail order clear aligners, like Invisalign. DIY braces problems are something that we are starting to see more and more now that the companies are marketing their mail order clear aligners more. If you want to know who you can complain to about the […]

Enameloplasty dental code

enameloplasty before and after

What is the enameloplasty code? What is the cost? Before and after? Enameloplasty code refers to the ADA dental code we use for removal of tooth structure without replacement. The dental code is in the D9971 and we most often use it for minor cosmetic corrections. Other common names for the enameloplasty code D9971? The […]

Caring for Your Clear Aligners

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Caring for Your Clear Aligners Caring for your clear aligners is fairly easy. Since you’ve decided to go with clear aligners to straighten your crowded and rotating teeth, it is important that you learn about how to care for them. This was the ideal choice for you, given you’re your minor orthodontic issues. You can […]

Teeth cleaning before braces?

teeth cleaning before braces

Do I need a teeth cleaning before braces? Do you need a teeth cleaning before braces? The short answer is YES! Why do orthodontists and dentists make you get a teeth cleaning before braces? There are many reasons that an orthodontist will want you to get a professional teeth cleaning before starting braces. Not least […]

Orthodontic treatment and quality of life

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Orthodontic Research This is a collection of orthodontic research that we find interesting. Does orthodontic treatment impact your quality of life?  YES!! Well common sense might tell you that a more attractive smile will likely help you in similar ways that other things that make you attractive do.  Self-esteem and self-confidence, for better or worse, […]

Clear aligner cost

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What do clear aligners cost near me? Clear aligner cost estimate and aligner cost vs braces are the two most popular financial questions that we hear at Bauer Smiles. What does clear aligner treatment cost vs braces? The cost of clear aligners is usually more than the cost of traditional braces. Live in the western […]

Micro osteoperforation

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What is micro osteoperforation in Orthodontics, also known as MOPs? Micro osteoperforation in orthodontics (MOPs) is a process of creating small pinhole openings (or perforations) in the bone around the teeth to accelerate tooth movement during orthodontic treatment.  It is an in-office procedure done by your orthodontist with no down time after and can be […]

Caring For Teeth With Braces

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Caring for Teeth with Braces For many of us, braces are a part of life when we were kids. In many instances adults are getting braces as well. And like kids, we all enjoy reaping their benefits such as correcting crooked teeth, spacing out crowded teeth, bringing spaced out teeth back together, and genuinely improving […]

Clear aligners for teeth

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Are you looking for clear aligners for teeth? Clear aligners for teeth are a series of plastic trays that move your teeth in small intervals. How do clear aligners for teeth work? The aligners work by moving your teeth at small intervals. Each new tray will be very slightly closer to the ideal position of […]

Orthodontist near me

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Did you search “Orthodontist near me”? Orthodontist near me is near the top of the list of things people search for in order to find a good local orthodontist. Finding an orthodontist near your home or work is often an important factor, although it should not be the only factor. Almost certainly the most important […]