Braces-Friendly Christmas Treats
Wearing braces shouldn't mean you have to miss out on holiday treats! With a little extra care, you can enjoy delicious Christmas goodies with your family and friends during your orthodontic treatment.
Dr. Aly Kanani's Guide to Orthodontics, Invisalign, and Braces
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Festive Colours for your Braces
Get into the holiday spirit this year by adding some festive colour to your braces at your next adjustment appointment!
Taking Care of Your Braces During the Holidays
Dealing with your orthodontic treatment can make day-to-day life somewhat complicated at times. This is no less true during the holidays, when your braces may require some extra attention.
Braces and Orthodontics Studies About Pros, Cons of Childhood Orthodontic Treatment
Braces and orthodontics are mainly associated with teens or adults looking to correct teeth and jaw misalignment for personal and professional reasons. But, for many individuals the best time to seek orthodontic treatment isn't in adolescence or adulthood, but in childhood.
The Ortho Process – What Happens When?
Depending on the type of treatment Dr. Kanani recommends — traditional wire braces, Invisalign or another treatment option — the details of your individual orthodontic process vary. Nonetheless, the following can be used as a guideline for what to expect.
Snapshot of Orthodontic Treatment Options
Dr. Kanani offers multiple orthodontic options for Vancouver, BC area residents straightening teeth include include 'traditional' braces, clear braces (Invisalign®) or lingual braces.
Why does my child need a palatal expander?
If your child has a narrow palate and is experiencing orthodontic issues such as crowding, impacted teeth or a cross bite your dentist may recommend orthodontic treatment with a palatal expander. In today's blog our Vancouver orthodontist explains what a palatal expander is and how it works.
Books About Braces - ‘Smile’ by Raina Telgemeier
‘Smile’ is a graphic novel by Raina Telgemeier, and it's all about the challenges of being a middle schooler going through orthodontic treatment.
Types of Mouth Guards
We often recommend that our patients wear custom-made sports mouth guards any time they play sports during their braces treatment.
The Impact of Early Orthodontic Intervention on Future Treatment
Although malocclusion is not necessarily predictable or avoidable, a combination of regular dental checkups and early orthodontic evaluation and treatment can help your child avoid needing treatment in the future.
