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 […]
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 […]
According to our own Dr. Neal LaRoia—one of the best orthodontists close to Lombard—it’s never too late to straighten your smile. Though braces continue to be associated with teens, it’s increasingly common to see adults visiting our office for orthodontic treatment. Today, we’ll discuss the pros and cons to undergoing later-in-life orthodontics. Benefits Improved aesthetics. […]
No orthodontic treatment is one-size-fits-all. At Oakbrook Orthodontics, we understand that each patient will have their own needs when it comes to their journey to straighter teeth. Whether you choose braces or Invisalign, we strive to find a treatment plan that best suits your needs and most of all, makes you feel like your best […]
If you’ve recently made the decision to move forward with straightening your teeth, congratulations! You may think that because you can remove your Invisalign during meals it never gets dirty, but this is not the case. However, it is very easy to keep your Invisalign clean, clear, and odorless. Rinse Your Aligners Even if you’re […]