Did you know that having crooked teeth could be detrimental to the health of your teeth and gums? Correcting the alignment of your bite is considered part of a comprehensive treatment for managing periodontal (gum) disease. What is Gum Disease? Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is a condition where infected gum tissues detach from your…
When wearing orthodontic braces, you need to make a real effort to keep your teeth and gums healthy. It takes extra care to clean around the wires and brackets of the braces. What are some tips on keeping your teeth and gums healthy with braces? Watch your diet – Avoid sugary drinks and foods that…
Do you wish that you could have had braces when you were a teenager? Even if you once had braces, perhaps your teeth have shifted out of alignment. No matter your age, you may not like the idea of having metal in your smile. The good news for you is that you can still benefit…
At East Cobb Orthodontics, we recommend that your child have his or her first evaluation around the age of 7. This is because your child should have a nice mix of adult and baby teeth at this time. This transitional stage provides the basis for our doctor to determine whether or not there could be…
