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Vaillancourt Mary J DDS
480 Metacom Avenue
Bristol, RI 02809
Advanced Periodontal Therapies
670 East Road
Bristol, CT 06010
Seaver & Pittman: Pittman Tyler L DDS
1740 Euclid Avenue
Bristol, VA 24201
Dr. Matthew R. Snyder, DDS
1135 Volunteer Parkway
Bristol, TN 37620
Bristol Oral/Maxillofacial
350 Blountville Highway
Bristol, TN 37620
Dr. Rubina Ali, DMD
1128 Farmington Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
Dr. Susana Herrick, DMD
12 Greystone Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
Li Samuel DDS
733 Terryville Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
Snelson Stephanie A DDS
1522 Edgemont Avenue
Bristol, TN 37620
Dr. Joseph H. Toropilo, DDS
87 Central Street
Bristol, CT 06010
In order to maintain the effects of the orthodontic treatment, we have to undergo the retention phase, which will prevent possible return of malocclusion. What is the retention phase and how long does it take? During the orthodontic treatment our teeth change their position. The braces force the teeth to move from places where they have stayed during our whole life. Unfortunately, usually the braces are not enough to hold the teeth in the desired position for ... .
Braces are not for everyone. Are there any alternatives to braces? There is a lot of people who don't want to get braces due to emotional, aesthetical or professional reasons. There are also people, who can't get braces because of health problems - e.g. diseases of the immune system exclude the possibility of getting dental braces. ... .
Malocclusion means all kinds of possible deviations from ideal occlusion. It manifests itself with a misalignment of the teeth in the dental arch, delayed teething, having supernumerary or missing teeth as well as having teeth of abnormal size or shape. Malocclusion does not only affect your appearance, but also has an impact on the oral cavity functions. In effect, you might suffer from breathing, chewing, swallowing or even speech disorders. Overbite, underbite and crossbite are the most ... .
A treatment has to be conducted whenever a malocclusion is diagnosed. Otherwise, it may cause face deformation or have many undesirable health consequences. ... .
We usually associate the braces with children. Nowadays, however, more and more adults also become patients in the orthodontic offices. Fashion is not only about clothing, good cosmetics, complexion and hairstyle. White and healthy teeth are also trendy. When should an adult contact and orthodontist? ... .