Dating with Braces
Adults and teens with braces often worry about whether it will be awkward to date during treatment. These tips and ideas will help you prevent your braces from putting a stop to your romantic endeavors!
Dr. Aly Kanani's Guide to Orthodontics, Invisalign, and Braces
What is an Orthodontic Specialist?
If you need to get your teeth straightened, you know to go see an orthodontist. However, you may not know exactly what an orthodontist's skill set entails. We would like to help educate you on what an orthodontist actually does.
What To Expect When Your Braces Are Removed
Orthodontic patients all have one thing in common: they all learn to adjust! This is true during treatment, and after it's over, too!
A Day in the Life of a Braces-Wearer
If you need orthodontic treatment, you may have some questions and concerns about how treatment will affect your daily life. Here, we address those our patients ask us about most often.
Sore Mouth? Try a Saline Rinse
As you progress with your orthodontic treatment, you may feel some soreness in your mouth. A saline rinse can manage discomfort and also promote healing.
7 Things You Must Know Before Getting Invisalign
Invisalign is for adults and teens who want to straighten their teeth without the obvious look of traditional braces. Before choosing Invisalign, there is some important information you should consider.
Oral Piercings & Braces
Dr. Kanani typically advises against oral piercings whether or not you have braces, because there are so many health risks associated with them. But if you do have braces, there are some additional risks associated with oral piercings.
Types of Retainers
Orthodontic treatment requires a big time commitment, especially considering the fact that, not only do you have to spend months or years wearing braces, you'll also have to wear a retainer after treatment to hold or “retain” the results.
How to Store & Care For Your Retainer
Taking care of and storing your retainer properly when you aren't wearing it is essential. Here’s how to keep your retainer clean and damage free.
How to Clean Invisalign Aligners (Trays)
Invisalign orthodontic aligners can be removed, allowing patients to brush and floss and clean their aligners separately. Here's how to keep your Invisalign aligners sparkling
