By Aligners popularly known as clear aligners are new smile correction technology that helps in aligning the teeth and improving smile aesthetics. This orthodontic treatment is being considered as more convenient and comfortable as compared to traditional metal or ceramic braces for various reasons such as: Aligners: Need, Cost and Time
A Celebrity like smile is not a secret anymore!
I’m sure we all have idols who work in the film industry or are community influencers, whom we look up to for inspiration, style, and fashion. We are bowled over the fact that they always carry the perfect look and are always beaming with the perfect smile. It is a
Clear Aligners: Myths and Facts!
Considering that dental aligners are new to the world of orthodontic treatment, there are many myths associated with it that restrict people from benefitting from this amazing product. Clear Aligners: Myths and Facts! Here is a list of myths attached to dental aligners and facts that prove them wrong: •
Aligner Starter Kit: Your little box for radiant smile!
Once you have reached the decision of getting the clear aligners for a confident smile, you will receive an aligner ‘starter kit’ from your orthodontist. After the approval of the treatment plan, the ‘starter kit’ is provided to the respective patient that has the following contents: Aligner Starter Kit: Your
Keeping Your Tongue Healthy
The tongue is an integral part of the oral cavity along with the teeth, gums and other structures. It helps us speak and taste. Though quite underestimated, the tongue is actually the window to one’s health. It is said to be the strongest muscle in our body and keeping it
Taking your Child to the Orthodontist
We often associate children with braces. But, as a parent, when do you first take your child for an evaluation? Ideally, your child’s first dental visit should be done on eruption of the first tooth around 6 months of age. A regular visit to the dentist helps to monitor the
How long does Alignwise Aligner take to Straighten Teeth?
A favourite with orthodontic patients who are conscious about a metallic smile, aligners are not only transparent but also more comfortable than conventional braces. They are removable trays that have to be worn for at least 20-22 hrs a day. Each set of trays is meant to be worn for
Lips and Orthodontics
Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry that deals with the alignment of teeth to improve aesthetics of smile as well as the bite of an individual. But, teeth are not playing a solo role in the movie called ‘beautiful smile’. The lips, cheeks, gums, tongue are all supporting actors without
Thumb Sucking Habit and It’s Consequences
Thumb sucking habit is very common with toddlers and children up to 5 years of age. Children in their first year of birth are often seeing sucking their thumb or other fingers. As the child grows up, the habit of sucking on a thumb slowly reduces and eventually disappears. But,
Why do you have to Realign?
Don’t be mistaken! We aren’t talking about you realigning yourself. We are actually talking about re-aligning your teeth! Confused? Your teeth are actually always on the move. After teeth alignment, some patients need to realign their teeth. This condition where realignment of teeth is needed is called as orthodontic relapse.
