At Richards & Associates Orthodontics, we employ orthodontic treatment to help our patients enjoy straighter teeth and better oral health. But did you know that certainorthodontic treatments in Cape Coral, FL can also help with improving the quality of sleep you get if you struggle with things like snoring? Here’s how. Correcting Jaw Alignment for Better […]
Oral hygiene is essential during braces treatment, especially for children. Here are some practical tips from the team at that will make oral hygiene more attainable. 1. Go Electric Electric toothbrushes are more effective at reaching around braces, especially in younger patients who may not be good at maneuvering around the brackets in their mouths. […]
Getting Invisalign in Fort Myers, FL, is exciting, but you probably have some questions first, right? That’s what we’re here to help you with. Take a quick read about some of the things you need to know about wearing Invisalign clear dental aligners. Do Invisalign Aligners Hurt? Invisalign clear dental aligners don’t have any metal […]
If you have severe bite issues, your orthodontist in Cape Coral, FL, will let you know which treatment best suits your needs. One of those treatment options might be to use a Bionator dental appliance to correct those bite issues. What Is a Bionator Dental Appliance? A Bionator dental appliance is a removable orthodontic appliance […]
You might need to wear a nighttime appliance, either as part of your primary orthodontic treatment in Fort Myers, FL, or after braces have come off, so your teeth can stabilize in their new position. These appliances are made well, but they aren’t impervious to damage. Here’s how to take care of them. Regularly Check […]
Imagine if you got your braces off, revealing gorgeous, straight new teeth, only to find that a few months later your teeth are stubbornly going back to the way they were before? That would be beyond painful. Ordinarily, when you undergo orthodontic treatment, your newly aligned teeth will behave, meaning they’ll stay in their new […]
It can be challenging to explain to your child that they need braces. And, since treatment often takes up to two years, it’s important that your child is on board with the treatment process. Taking care of teeth and gums with braces is a lot harder than without, so anything that parents can do to […]
If you visit your orthodontist in Cape Coral, FL with your youngster, you may hear that they should wait a couple of years to get braces. While you may at first feel a little disappointed that you have to wait to get your child’s teeth alignment issues addressed, consider that it’s also good to have the […]
One of the most popular orthodontic treatments available, Invisalign®, comes with a set of requirements that some patients aren’t fully aware of ahead of time. We often get asked about Invisalign® in Cape Coral, FL, and we’re eager to share what patients need to do at home in order to ensure the best expected outcomes. […]
Wearing braces isn’t without its snafus. It’s important to communicate with your orthodontist in Cape Coral, FL about your experience. Granted, there’s a certain amount of discomfort associated with wearing traditional braces. At the same time, wearing braces shouldn’t be painful. In fact, at some point, many patients forget they have braces on, especially when they […]
