Did you know that over 5 million people lose teeth every year because of sports injuries and trauma? If you currently play volleyball, our orthodontists don’t want you to be another statistic! While not all dental injuries can be avoided by wearing a mouthguard, they play a big part in making sure your mouth is […]
If you play sports, it’s important to wear a mouthguard, especially if you play a contact sport. It protects your teeth from impact and can prevent serious injuries. However, if you wear braces, it can be a little more difficult to find a mouthguard that properly fits over your teeth. In this guide, we’ll explain […]
Orthodontists often recommend wearing a retainer after braces treatment to help keep your teeth from shifting back to their original position. While a retainer is an important tool, it can sometimes feel rather tight or uncomfortable, leaving patients wondering if there’s something wrong. Wearing a retainer for the first time can take some adjusting, and […]
It’s not uncommon for children to have crooked teeth, and in many cases, kids need braces as they grow older to align their teeth. While many parents can see the need for braces, it’s not always obvious what age will be best to begin treatment. Most orthodontists recommend you begin taking your child to the […]
Imperfect teeth often lead people to feel insecure about their smiles and can negatively impact oral health. But many of the people who have beautiful smiles with perfectly straight teeth weren’t born with them. The dentistry of today provides patients of all ages with solutions to common dental problems, improving both the form and function […]
While we offer many different types of braces here at Oakbrook Orthodontics and do everything we can to make your braces journey as comfortable as possible, it’s no secret that braces can still sometimes be painful or uncomfortable. That’s why we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help relieve some pain! Take Pain Relievers […]
Mild pain or discomfort is a normal side effect of wearing braces. But you should only feel the discomfort immediately after your orthodontist places or adjusts your braces or wires. The discomfort typically disappears within four days, and braces pain rarely lasts longer than a week. When you first get braces, it’s also common to […]
If you’re looking for the best orthodontist in Downers Grove, Oakbrook Orthodontics is the place for you. We offer a wide array of orthodontic procedures, and we’ll formulate a treatment plan to give you that “Hollywood” smile you’ve always wanted. Pacifiers and Thumb-Sucking In the area of pediatric dental care, parents often ask about the […]
Most of us have a sweet tooth and love candy, and we all know that Halloween means candy. We don’t want to spoil anyone’s fun, but most orthodontic treatment plans take between 18 months to 3 years to complete, and your orthodontist in Elmhurst doesn’t want you to do anything that would damage your braces […]
Though misaligned teeth are often approached as a cosmetic issue, it’s far from a purely aesthetic concern. In fact, those dealing with misaligned teeth often experience other dental and health problems, such as bruxism. Today, we’ll be identifying the relationship between bruxism and orthodontic treatment. What is Bruxism? Bruxism is a condition where a person […]