Treatments & Appliances 6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Damon braces get marketed hard. Faster treatment, fewer appointments, wider smiles, no tightening, sometimes even "no extractions." Patients bring me the brochures. So let me give you the straight version, because I use self-ligating braces when they fit and… Continue reading Damon Braces: The Truth Behind the Hype
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Discover the benefits of metal braces, the most effective and durable orthodontic treatment for straightening teeth and correcting bite issues.
Swollen Gums with Braces: Causes, Solutions, and Prevention
Oral Health 6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Puffy, tender gums are one of the most common things patients notice a few weeks into braces, and the good news is they're almost always fixable. Most of the time it's a hygiene issue, not a sign of anything serious.… Continue reading Swollen Gums with Braces: Causes, Solutions, and Prevention
Ceramic Braces vs. Metal Braces: An Honest Comparison
6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics • Treatments & Appliances If you have decided on braces but not which kind, the choice usually comes down to ceramic versus metal. Both straighten teeth the same way, with brackets and a wire, but they look and behave differently day to… Continue reading Ceramic Braces vs. Metal Braces: An Honest Comparison