Dental Braces Questions

How To Shorten Time Wearing Braces? (Answered)

i have just got my braces on, on both rows of teeth, nearly two weeks now. I asked to get them because i wanted to close the gap in my front two teeth. my othodntist said it would take 18 months for everything to look ok. how can i shorten this...

My Lower Jaw Is Moving Left After Orthodontic Treatment (Answered)

it's been 6 months of my orthodontic treatment and my overbite is almost corrected but i have a doubt. i think my kower jaw has moved to a little left which is clearly visible when i open my mouth completely. when i close my mouth, midline between...

Are Debonding and Debanding Done In The Same Appointment When Getting Braces Off? (Answered)

When I go to get my braces off do they do debonding and debanding in one appointment?   Are retainers given the same day also?   What is the typical procedure of getting braces off?

Will Not Wearing Braces Rubberbands For An Hour Affect My Treatment? (Answered)

I am getting annoyed by my rubberbands...if i take them off for an hour will that affect me?  I have these "Hannibal lectures"....some call it...to pull my teeth together....they are making me sore and i feel so embarrassed to walk out because it...

Aligning of Teeth Before Braces (Answered)

My Orthodontist is telling me that I have to align my 11 year old daughters teeth before she can have braces put on. He says it will correct her slight overbite. She doesn't want to have that done. There are alot of people with overbites that do...

How To Find A Trustworthy Orthodontist? (Answered)

How do I check if a orthodontist in my area is trustworthy? I am so afraid to trust a Doctor I don't know. Thank you Laura Panza

How Many Adults Wear Braces On Average?

How many adults wear braces on average every year in US?  Has there been any recent studies that have accurate numbers to as how many adults go through orthodontics annually?

Can I Eat Lemons While Wearing Braces? (Answered)

Can i still eat Lemons and other Citruses with my Braces on?

Will Texas Medicaid cover the cost of Braces for my 16 year old daughter? (Answered)

Will Texas Medicaid cover the cost of Braces for my 16 year old daughter?

Pull Lower Teeth Up With Elastics and Braces (Answered)

I have had triangles for 3 months!My teeth arent moving what position or shape should I wear to pull my lower teeth to move up?

Does your jaw shift after braces? (Answered)

I have got braces & its almost 8 months now, my tooth are now in normal position but my Upper Jaw remains as same as before and when I laugh it looks bit odd, will the upper jaw too move backward? Or will that remain as same as before?

How Many Braces? (Answered)

How many are made each year, and how many people are involved in making it?

Seeking Insurance That Will Cover Orthodontics (Answered)

I'm seeking to inquire about the individuals plans that you all may offer for orthodontic care.