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Dr. Matthew D. Wolfe, DDS
7450 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Evans Dental Care
103 Bulifants Boulevard
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Dr. Ricky J. Rubin, DMD
Carriage House Way
Williamsburg, VA 23188
De Ginder Dentistry: Bruce DeGinder DDS
240 McLaws Circle
Williamsburg, VA 23185
Ganister Station
1384 Juniata River Road
Williamsburg, PA 16693
Murray S Smith Family & Laser: Smith Murray S DDS
315 East 1st Street
Williamsburg, PA 16693
Family Dentistry: Brown Caroline F DDS
821 S Hwy-25 W
Williamsburg, KY 40769
Family Dentistry: Smith Michael R DDS
316 Ridge Avenue
Williamsburg, KY 40769
Bernard Moses Medical Center
841 S Highway 25 W
Williamsburg, KY 40769
Morrison Dental Group - Norge
7151 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA 23188
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. ... .
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 ... .
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. ... .
Braces can make your life difficult in many various ways. Before the treatment, the patients usually have concerns about their future life with a foreign object in their mouth. The braces, however, do not prevent you from having a normal life. Nonetheless, during the treatment, you should follow all medical advices of your doctor, especially those concerning oral hygiene. ... .
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. ... .