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Hale Johnathon J DDS
417 Main St E
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Rodebaugh Christopher DDS
417 Main St E # 1st
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Dr. Robert J. Skoretz, DMD
417 Main St E
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Robert T. Short
2521 Summerlee Road
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Short Robert T DDS
2521 Summerlee Rd
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Med Surgery Group
201 Jones Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Eckley Brett E DDS
1 Hamilton Plaza
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Eckley III L Edward DDS
1 Hamilton Plaza
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Lab Corporation: Shelton Charles E DDS
201 Jones Avenue
Oak Hill, WV 25901
Malocclusion means all dysfunctions of the tooth form and the incorrect relation between the teeth. There are genetic factors which condition the occurrence of malocclusion, nonetheless, it is most often an effect of bad habits in childhood. ... .
Every kind of malocclusion in a child can have very serious consequences. This is why we should begin the treatment right after we notice first symptoms of any type of bad bite. ... .
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 ... .
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? ... .
In contrary to the removable dental braces, the fixed ones are put on by an orthodontist for the whole period of the treatment. Nowadays, patients opt for them rather than for the removable braces because the treatment is noticeably shorter and more effective with the fixed braces. ... .