cost of braces

Top Five Things that Affect the Cost of Braces

By Rich Carnahan

Over 4 million people in the United States wear braces. Approximately 25 percent of those with braces are adults. The cost of braces varies depending upon several factors, including the type of dental treatment your orthodontist recommends and whether you have dental insurance. While many factors are out of your control, there are a few…

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Woman thinking about Mail Order Treatment

Should I Get Invisalign or Mail-Order Treatment?

By Dr. Amy Smith

With the seemingly endless possibilities today with virtually everything, it can come as no surprise that you’ve got options when it comes to your orthodontic treatment path. Not only can you choose from a list of new and improved products, such as Invisalign clear aligners, you’re also able to choose between seeing an orthodontist in…

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Comparing Invisalign and Ceramic Braces for Invisible Treatment

Comparing Invisalign and Ceramic Braces for Invisible Treatment

By Dr. Amy Smith

When it comes to orthodontic treatment, patients nowadays want a product that’s going to blend in with everyday life. This means not only figuratively, but literally as well. More and more patients are choosing invisible options for their orthodontic treatment, such as Invisalign and ceramic braces. Since these products are less noticeable, they help to…

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Ceramic braces are a great option for orthodontic treatment. Are they right for you?

Why Ceramic Braces May Be Right For You

By Dr. Amy Smith

From traditional metal braces to invisible aligners, it’s no secret that you’ve got quite a few options when it comes to choosing your orthodontic treatment. One of the main concerns of patients is how braces may affect their appearance, but with improved treatment methods, this doesn’t have to be the case. Ceramic braces are a…

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Cheapest Teeth Straightening

What Is the Cheapest Teeth Straightening?

By Rich Carnahan

Perhaps you’ve realized you are in need of a straighter, healthier smile. While doing your research you may have stumbled across pricing estimates for various types of treatments and are wondering, what’s the cheapest teeth straightening option?   What Is the Cheapest Way to Straighten Teeth? Trying to fit orthodontic treatment into your budget may seem…

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invisalign

What Are the Cons of Invisalign?

By Dr. Amy Smith

If you’ve been doing some research on how to straighten out your smile, you’ve probably discovered there are several options out there that will get the job done. Traditional metal braces are still a great option for some orthodontic patients, but clear aligners are becoming a more popular pick on the market. To help you…

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