Early Interceptive Treatment
Maybe the dentist suggested your child see an orthodontist and you feel like he/she is too young get braces! The AAO (American Association of Orthodontists) recommends children be evaluated by an orthodontist around age 7 to check the progress of their erupting dentition. At age 7, most children will have lost some baby teeth and […]
Myofunctional Therapy: Your Orthodontist Can Help
Physical therapy is a common path to full functionality after an injury or surgery. Myofunctional orthodontic therapy works much the same way by training or retraining the soft tissue areas of the face, neck, and mouth. Glass Orthodontics in Chesapeake Va., shares some information about myofunctional therapy and orthodontics. Who benefits from myofunctional therapy? Generally, […]
Caring For Your Invisalign Aligners
Choosing Invisalign at Glass Orthodontics to align your bite and straighten your smile is a great investment into your oral health. Your Invisalign aligners are made from a clear, thermoplastic material that is custom made to fit your teeth. Unlike conventional braces, Invisalign aligners are removable. More importantly, the clear thermoplastic material makes the aligners […]
Accelerated Orthodontics at Glass Orthodontics
Accelerated orthodontics utilizes modern orthodontic tools to accelerate the tooth movement process during orthodontic treatment. The average orthodontic treatment lasts between 18 to 24 months. There are many factors that can affect how long a person will wear braces such as age, type of malocclusion, type of treatment and even good oral hygiene. The most […]
What You Need to Know About ABO Board Certification
When you’re deciding which orthodontist to choose for your teeth or your child’s teeth, you may come across a candidate who has ABO Board Certification. It sounds professional, right? However, you have no idea what it means and why you should choose an orthodontist that has this particular certification. Dr. Glass, a board certified orthodontist […]
Braces For The Entire Family
Your child is growing up and has reached an important time in their life – the time to give them a beautiful smile. As you research the options available on how to best straighten your child’s teeth, you may begin to consider your own. Finding a family orthodontist that can accommodate everyone can be tricky, […]
Summer Foods that Don’t Hurt Braces
Summer is a time to relax and enjoy life! And what better way to do that than to indulge in some summer snacks? With braces, though, it can sometimes be a chore to find edibles that fit your mood while not endangering your braces. There are many summer foods that are both refreshing and safe […]
Braces Treat Dental Issues
Braces Treat Dental Issues While Giving You An Amazing Smile Straight teeth helps you look your best at job interviews, social gatherings, and even smiling to yourself in the mirror. But did you know that orthodontic treatment has more benefits than just a straight smile? Of course, the straight smile plays a large part, but […]
What Happens to Your Teeth Without a Retainer?
Braces take a good amount of time to get your teeth straightened out. It wasn’t necessarily a “fun” process, but the results were completely worth it. Your smile is stunning, your bite is perfect, and the added health benefits aren’t too shabby either. After treatment, your orthodontist provided you with your very own customized retainer. […]
The Basics of Palatal Expansion
Many parents don’t realize that early orthodontic intervention can resolve a considerable number of dental issues before they occur, particularly problems with crowding and alignment. That’s why most orthodontists recommend scheduling a child’s first appointment by the age of 7. If your child’s orthodontist detects potential issues with future tooth placement, they might recommend palatal […]