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What Are Some Universities With Dental Schools? Specifically Orthodontics?

By Orthodontics Editor, on September 4th, 2009

I’m 15 and just looking for options out there
I hope to become an orthodontist
I live in Albuquerque NM and I don’t have any plans on staying here for school it would be very very helpful if you could leave the Universities Link so I can check it out!
Some colleges I had in mind were Boston U, New York U, and USC
what are some others you know of I was looking for some in the UK but any would help

Do I Need Orthodontic Braces? (with Pictures)?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 17th, 2009

ive been to the orthodontist he told me . i needed them.
but give me your opinion. i dont care if its for cosmetic reasons or not. as long as i have a better smile afterwards.
and i you think i should, which kind of braces should i get: metal ones, ceramic ones, or invisalign?
thanks
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Is It Possible To Get Invisalign After Being Treated With A Palatal Expander?

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 13th, 2009

I currently have a palatal expander in to fix my crossbite, and i am starting to develop a small gap in between my front teeth due to the expansion. After the expander is taken out the orthodontist wants to put in metal braces to fix the space the the expansion has caused. I was wondering if instead of braces i could get invisalign?

People With Braces? I Need Help!

By Orthodontics Editor, on July 3rd, 2009

O.K., I am 13 years old. I am a model and I just got braces. I’m afraid having braces will ruin my career as a model. I asked my orthodontist about Invisalign, but he said I was not a candidate because most of my problems are with my jaw. Is there anything else I can do? I am seriously upset and sad, and angry!

How Much Do Essix Retainers Cost, With Impression Charges?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 27th, 2009

I’m looking into Essix retainers, and I’m trying to get a price range on them before I pay $50 to an Orthodontist to tell me something that takes them 30 seconds to explain. I’m also interested in how much the impressions usually cost, because I’m going to need them for new retainers.
FYI: Essix retainers are like invisalign, in that they’re retainers that are made of plastic only that fit over your teeth, rather than around, like metal and acrylic retainers.

Assistance With Orthodontics For Child With Cleft Palate?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 27th, 2009

My son is 14 and we are having a hard time finding help getting braces for him. They are expensive and I can’t travel far to get them as I have three younger kids at home. We used to use the Shriners but it got too difficult for me to go out of state. We’re in Missouri and it’s impossible to find an orthodontist that takes medicaid. My husband makes too much to qualify for assistance (there’s a program that pays for care and medicaid pays them back) but with a family of 6 and bills, we don’t have the money to pay cash. I’d like to know of a dental insurance company or something we could look into. He really needs this done for bone grafting.

Any Cosmetic Alternatives To Braces For Someone With Bad Overbite?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 26th, 2009

I’m 14 and I have terrible overbite. I had metal braces for all throughout middle school but my orthodontist was an absolute idiot (I’m not kidding, even my current dentist thinks so) and all he did was suck out all our money and give me a jaw condition called TMJ.
Now I have to put braces back on and I don’t want to wear those terrible metal braces again, especially not entering sophmore year. Are there any cosmetic alternatives for someone with severe overbite? I really like invisalign but it’s only for those with mild overbite.
I’m seeing an orthodontist in a week but I would like some input before then.

What’s The Catch? (dental Insurance Buffs) Why Go With A Ppo Over A Hmo?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 17th, 2009

So I’ve been researching dental insurance in my area. (S. Florida Metro – Ft. Lauderdale/Miami/Palm Beach)
I’ve received a quote from a dental HMO that provides the following;
Individual Premium per month – 11.95$
No Wating Period
No Plan Maximum
No Deductable.
As examples of coverage;
Cleanings are no charge.
Fillings for one surface are 25$ for composite fillings. Standard silver fillings are no charge.
Crowns run between 245$-300$
Endodontics/Root Canals run between 110$ and 345$
Periodontic services run between 110$ and 300$ for surgical services.
Non surgiacal periodontic services run between 38$ and 65$
Dentures and bridges are fairly priced between 300$ and 425$
Extractions run between 30$ and 100$
The only place they really get you is with orthodontics.
Now let’s look at a PPO.
Individual Coverage is between 30$ and 42$ a month for basically the same services between plans, with large waiting periods, tiny plan maximums, and really not that great of coverage.
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Could Anyone Tell Me Their Experience With Ceramic Braces?

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 15th, 2009

I am 21, female and just had my first orthodontist appointment today. He told me invisalign will not do much in my case, so I will be getting ceramic braces.
How noticeable are they? Do they hurt? and what goes into the whole process. No one in my family has braces, so I have no one to compare experiences with. Anything you have to offer is appreciated.

The Cost Of Straightening Your Teeth With Clear Invisible Braces From Invisalign????

By Orthodontics Editor, on June 15th, 2009

I am hoping to get it done from Pakistan supposing there is even anInvisalign Certified Orthodontist there. Though, I’m presuming that there must be as the investor was in fact Pakistani and cosmetic surgery and dentistry is becoming rather common in Pakistan.
It should most probably be cheaper in Pakistan too, but how much????
Thanks.

Orthodontics may be the specialty of dentistry that's concerned using the study and treatment of malocclusion (improper bites), which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. Orthodontic therapy can focus on dental displacement only, or can deal using the control and modification of facial growth. In the latter case it is better defined as "dentofacial orthopedics". Orthodontic therapy can be carried out for purely aesthetic reasons with regards to improving the general appearance of patients' teeth. Nevertheless, you will find orthodontists who work on reconstructing the whole face rather than focusing exclusively on teeth. Therapy is also frequently prescribed for practical reasons for example providing the patient having a functionally improved bite (occlusion).

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