What’s The Invisalign Price Compared to Braces?
Comparing the price of Invisalign to the price of braces is tricky. There’s more than just dollars at stake: You are investing in your own teeth, and so your image. The way the world sees you depends on what your treatment is like, and how successful it ends up being. So the right question to […]
7 Tips To Avoid Pain From Your Clear Aligners
Are your clear teeth aligners causing you trouble? Any adjustment to your mouth will come with some pain and discomfort, especially at the start of your treatment. In our years of seeing patients through clear aligner treatment with Invisalign, we’ve found that the discomfort is temporary–however, there are some simple things you can do to […]
Teeth Straightening Tips From Top North Carolina Orthodontists
Straight teeth make for a better smile. They also help you to chew your food more easily, speak more clearly, and generally have more confidence. No wonder many adults look into teeth straightening for themselves, or for their children. When most people hear “teeth straightening,” they think braces. But there are other options available as […]
Does Insurance Cover Invisalign in North Carolina?
Invisalign is a great way to straighten your teeth, especially since the trays are removable and a lot less noticeable than metal braces. But you pay more for those added conveniences. We get many patients asking us: Does insurance cover Invisalign? The answer is, many times, yes… but a lot depends on your insurance company, […]
How Long Does Invisalign Take To Straighten Teeth?
Invisalign is a great way to straighten your teeth without the hassle or discomfort of traditional metal braces. People often wonder “How long does Invisalign take to straighten teeth?” A course of treatment with Invisalign takes 12 months for most adults, although actual time will vary from person to person. Many people start seeing a […]
Braces for Adults: When Is the Right Time?
Though many people get braces in their teens and pre-teens, alignment problems can be an issue at any age. So braces for adults are quite common. Contrary to popular belief, there is no “window” of time in your life when you have to gets braces if you are going to get them. But there are […]
Braces 101: Your Starter Guide
Braces 101 – OK, so you have questions about getting braces, either for yourself or your child. Ever wish that someone would just publish a “Braces 101: What to Expect?” Or some sort of “Braces Survival Guide?” You’re in luck! After decades of experience with braces and the people who wear them, we’ve fielded every […]
Braces 101: Your Starter Guide
Braces 101 – OK, so you have questions about getting braces, either for yourself or your child. Ever wish that someone would just publish a “Braces 101: What to Expect?” Or some sort of “Braces Survival Guide?” You’re in luck! After decades of experience with braces and the people who wear them, we’ve fielded every […]
Why Do Braces Hurt At First?
Braces are here to help give us a better smile. So why do braces hurt? And why do they especially hurt when you first get them? The short answer: Braces hurt primarily because they are literally pushing and pulling your teeth. This creates pressure, and the pressure can make your teeth and gums more sensitive. […]
How Much Do Braces Cost With Insurance?
To tell you the truth, braces are not cheap. Nor should they be: Applying braces and managing them is a medical procedure, and it pays to have that procedure done correctly by a licensed professional. But wait a sec–if it’s a medical procedure, does insurance cover them? How much do braces cost with insurance? We […]