Most people know the purpose of traditional braces and have a general idea of how they work. But have you ever considered how modern braces came to be? Braces have been perfected through advances in technology over the years, starting in ancient times with Aristotle...
Occlusion is the word used to refer to the way your teeth align. Normally, they should be straight, properly aligned, with the upper jaw just slightly overlapping the lower jaw. Malocclusion is a condition where the teeth do not align properly, leading to bite issues....
Having braces is no picnic, but they shouldn’t keep you from eating snacks when you get home from school. As your friendly orthodontist in Asheville NC says, “Healthy snacks are part of living with braces.” Stocking up on braces-friendly snacks will...
