If you’re unhappy with crooked, crowded, or uneven teeth and you’re considering braces and Invisalign in Queens NY, Braces and Smiles is here to help! We want to keep our patients informed and help you compare your options across a number…
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency orthodontic appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no one wants to start off their New Year’s Resolutions with…
Warning! All parents, you are now officially entering the “School Break Zone.” This time of year, of course, brings family gatherings, parties, and treats! It’s hard to turn away from the ooey-gooey treats which is why your orthodontist wants you…
Caring for your retainers after completing braces or Invisalign treatment is important if you want to maintain your new, straight smile! At Braces and Smiles, we recommend nightly retainer wear so your teeth do not shift back into their original position. Below you will find…
Have you ever been told you have an “impacted tooth” from your dentist or orthodontist and wonder what it means? In the dental world, impacted means a tooth has not come in as expected due to lack of space or…
Did you know that Invisalign for teens is becoming more and more popular every day? Many people make the assumption that Invisalign is only an option for adults who want to straighten their teeth in a discreet way. Despite common belief, Invisalign…
A simple smile holds the key to many wonderful secrets. When you flash a those wonderfully beautiful pearly whites, you are sending a message not only to the world but subconsciously to yourself. You are telling the world that you…
Buck teeth, also known as a malocclusion or severe overbite, is much more common than we think. In many cases, buck teeth are a hereditary condition. But, it can also be worsened by prolonged thumb sucking, bottle feeding or the…
A simple smile holds the key to many wonderful secrets. When you flash a those wonderfully beautiful pearly whites, you are sending a message not only to the world but subconsciously to yourself. You are telling the world that you…
Buck teeth, also known as a malocclusion or severe overbite, is much more common than we think. In many cases, buck teeth are a hereditary condition. But, it can also be worsened by prolonged thumb sucking, bottle feeding or the…