What Causes Malocclusion?
Malocclusion is a misalignment of the teeth that can cause many serious oral health issues. It is generally caused by a combination of inherited and behavioural factors.
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Why Shouldn't Children Use Invisalign?
Invisalign clear aligners are a very convenient and nearly undetectable orthodontic treatment option. Unfortunately, they aren’t for everyone, and children are typically better off with more traditional orthodontic treatment options.
4 Myths About Braces
There is a lot of misinformation out there about braces and the orthodontic process, and this can sometimes make people avoid treatment altogether, or relapse treatment they’ve already had. Here, we’d like to clear up 5 common myths about braces.
Types of Mouth Guards
At Greater Vancouver Orthodontics, we recommend our patients wear custom-made sports mouth guards if they play sports during their braces treatment.
When is Jaw Surgery Necessary?
Your orthodontist may recommend surgical orthodontics as part of your treatment plan if you are an adult whose bite irregularities cannot be completely fixed through less invasive means.
How Straight Teeth Affect Your Self Confidence
If you have misaligned teeth, chances are that you sometimes feel self-conscious about your smile.
The Pros & Cons of Childhood Orthodontic Treatments
Braces and orthodontics are mainly associated with teens or adults looking to correct teeth and jaw misalignment for personal and professional reasons. But, for many individuals the best time to seek orthodontic treatment isn't in adolescence or adulthood, but in childhood. Our Greater Vancouver Orthodontics explain...
Braces For Adults Are For More Than Good Looks
More and more adults are discovering that braces are about much more than just straight teeth and good looks. And with more options than ever before, all ages of patients can wear braces without anyone even knowing it.
How Bite Problems (Malocclusion) are Corrected With Orthodontics
Many people have some degree of malocclusion. Usually, it isn't serious enough to correct; however, in severe cases orthodontic care should be sought out.