Invisalign Open House

That's right! We're hosting an Invisalign open house and all are welcome!

In a previous blog post it was mentioned the benefits of orthodontics and (more specifically) the benefits of Invisalign. So...

 

Have you heard of invisalign clear braces and are curious?

Are you afraid that they are too expensive?

Do you have dental insurance and are unsure if Invisalign treatment will be covered?

 

Call and make an appointment!

Hurry appointment slots are limited!

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T.M.J.

what is it?

The temporomandibular joint is the joint on each side of the face that allows you to move your jaw for such activities as eating and talking. 

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t.m.j. disorder

Symptoms.

Pain is never normal. If you feel any of the following symptoms you should see your dentist!! 

Headaches

Ear pain that is not associated with an infection

Pain when you chew

Pain in the head, face, and neck

Muscle spasms when chewing

Sounds (clicking, popping, and/or cracking) when opening and closing your mouth

Difficulty opening or closing the mouth

Causes.

 

Stress

Injuries to the jaw

Arthritis

Malocclusion (misaligned bite)

treatments.

Night guard

 

The most common treatment your dentist will provide. This is a plastic mouth piece that is to be worn at night. It has a hard exterior and a soft interior. The night guard allows for the cushioning of the teeth so that you do not put any excess stress on your teeth and jaw. Click here for more information on how stress can affect your teeth. 

Avoidance (eating soft, non-chewy foods only) 

Simple enough but seriously limits your food choices! Can you imagine eating soup for the rest of your life?!

Analgesics (medication, ice packs, heat compresses, etc.)

If some days are worse than others because of stress or excessive chewing, try some of the treatments listed above to relieve the discomfort. 

Orthodontics

If the reason for your TMJ disorder is an over-bite, under-bite or crooked teeth, braces will be needed to align your smile and alleviate the strain on your joint. Click here for our blog post on orthodontics. 

Surgery

In extreme cases where a night guard and orthodontics are not working, your dentist might recommend that you see an oral surgeon to have your jaw fixed. This is usually a last resort and not recommended often. 

Always remember: Whenever you notice that your mouth just doesn't feel right you should come in to see your dentist! 

Call us to schedule an appointment!

215.567.4949

Take a look at our website for more information on this and other dental conditions and services we provide!

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Clear or metal braces?

Crooked and crowded teeth are not just bad for cosmetic reasons, they can also cause certain dental problems!

Misaligned teeth cause malocclusions (or "bad bites") which put unnecessary force on teeth. This can lead to cracks, fractures and jaw pain. 

Crowded teeth provide difficult to reach nooks and crannies in between teeth that food will regularly get stuck in. This causes painful and expensive tooth decay. 

Luckily... there are ways to treat these out-of-place teeth.

Welcome to the World of 

ORTHODONTICS!

Right now there are two types of orthodontic treatments to correct misaligned teeth:

(1) Traditional metal braces

(2) Clear aligners (i.e., Invisalign) 

Metal braces can only be placed on your teeth by a dentist who specializes in orthodontics (an orthodontist). 

Invisalign clear aligners can be placed by a certified and licensed general dentist. (FYI: My office does have an Invisalign certified dentist trained in the best way to align your teeth.) 

INVISALIGN 

The aesthetic answer to crooked teeth!

The benefits over traditional metal braces: 

• removable 
• no food restrictions
• nearly invisible 
• smooth and comfortable

Sounds like a dream come true for your smile. Just keep in mind that not everyone is a good candidate for Invisalign so call my office to make an Invisalign consultation appointment. 

215.567.4949

Check out our website for more information on Invisalign and other dental services. 

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