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Alaska Oral & Facial Surgery Center Inc
1275 Sadler Way
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Alaska Oral & Facial Surgery Center: Sutley Stephen H DDS
1275 Sadler Way
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Andrea L Earnest DDS LLC
114 Minnie Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Andrew Wappett DMD Family Dentistry
607 Old Steese Highway
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Andrew Wappett DMD, PC
607 Old Steese Highway
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Associates In Endodontics LLC
4001 Geist Road
Fairbanks, AK 99709
Associates In Endodontics LLC: Kersten Daniel D DDS
4001 Geist Road
Fairbanks, AK 99709
Associates In Endodontics LLC: Vargas Joseph W DDS
4001 Geist Road
Fairbanks, AK 99709
Aurora Dental Clinic
807 College Road
Fairbanks, AK 99701
Babula Walt DDS
1919 Lathrop Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
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 ... .
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 ... .
Removable braces are usually used to treat not serious malocclusions in children who still have milk teeth. They also prevent the patients from worsening of the developing or already existing malocclusions. The greatest advantage of the removable braces is their low price. In comparison to fixed braces, the price of removable braces is really insignificant. ... .
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. ... .