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How to Care for Your Smile After Completing Orthodontic Treatment

Even though your teeth are now in their perfect positions, you still need to take good care of your smile. In fact, if you fail to do so, you could experience extreme and uncomfortable consequences. So, to help you avoid these consequences and keep your smile in tip-top shape, Dr. Deji Fashemo and our orthodontic team have some tips and recommendations for you. Tip No. 1: Wear your retainer – …
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A Quality Dental Guard Can Help Prevent Complications from Chronic Teeth Grinding

Chronic teeth grinding is often the result of long-term, untreated stress. As time goes on, the unnatural pressure and muscle tension can lead to several different oral health problems. This could come in the form of minor-to-moderate dental fractures on multiple teeth or dental attrition to the tooth enamel. Without some form of remediation, the muscular tension and the potential inflammation of the temporomandibular joints that hinge your jaw can …
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What Are Malocclusions?

A malocclusion, typically called a “bad bite,” is the result of misaligned teeth that fail to fit together properly. This can cause all sorts of ailments and disorders within your mouth and even your jaw. The causes of malocclusions are wide ranging and vary from person to person, but they can be fixed with a variety of orthodontic treatments. Listed below are some of the most common forms of malocclusions: …
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Orthodontic Aligner Treatments with Braces

Orthodontic aligner treatments are a wonderful choice for individuals who are looking to improve their smiles. Not only can orthodontic treatments like braces improve the look of your smile, but it can also improve the quality, function, and health of your entire mouth. Oftentimes, teeth that have malocclusions are more at risk for additional damage. Malocclusions are bad bites caused by teeth not lining up correctly. When teeth fail to …
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Are You the Perfect Candidate for an Orthodontic Alignment?

Oftentimes, misalignments occur through no fault of our own, and in many cases, grow in that way due to a variety of factors. Fortunately, orthodontic treatments exist to slowly move the teeth into their natural alignment. With braces, your teeth can be slowly manipulated and moved into a more natural alignment for a better smile that looks, feels, and functions better. One of the most important benefits that braces can …
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Orthodontic Exam

Ideally, orthodontic assessments should start early. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children should be evaluated by an orthodontist by age seven. At this age, Dr. Deji Fashemo can detect any issues with the developing jaw and teeth. Most children begin orthodontic treatment between the ages of 9 and 14. During your child’s orthodontic evaluation, Dr. Deji Fashemo will ask questions about your child’s past oral health. The mouth …
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Do You Suffer from an Oral Misalignment Issue?

Oftentimes, misalignments in your smile are caused by factors beyond your control. Even genetics or random uncontrollable environmental factors could be the cause of damage to your dental profile. Fortunately, there are many services and orthodontic procedures available that can straighten your teeth for a healthy and happy smile. Do you suffer from an oral misalignment issue? Here are some of the common types: – Overbites, also sometimes called upper …
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Your Orthodontic Treatments

It can be intimidating to get braces to straighten your teeth or your children’s teeth. Here at Fourth Dimension Orthodontics & Craniofacial Orthopedics in Allen and Dallas, Texas, we strive to make your orthodontic treatment as comfortable as possible. Here’s what you can expect during your treatment while getting braces. During the initial visit, Dr. Deji Fashemo will assess what the alignment problem is and take impressions of the upper …
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Making the Most of Your Braces

Did you know you can make the most of your braces by treating them correctly with proper care? Well, it’s true! Braces can help your teeth adjust into ideal proper alignment. However, neglecting your braces will only increase the duration time of treatment. That is why it is vital to make the most of your braces and keep them in great shape. To help you with making the most of …
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Keep Your Braces in Great Shape for the Holiday Season

Keep your braces in great shape for the holiday season. As the winter festivities sweep across our lands, protect your braces as you would any other time of year. With the advent of more treats bound to come your way, keep your oral health care in mind. If you are wearing any type of permanently fixed orthodontic braces, you should take the necessary steps to ensure they can continue to …
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