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 […]
Preparing For Braces the North Carolina Way
As we know, preparing for braces is something of a commitment, though one that pays off in terms of how you look and feel. To make sure you (or your child) get the most out of treatment, you will want to do some things to get ready for braces. That said, preparing for braces “The […]
What is Orthodontic Headgear?
Orthodontic headgear is the general term for any appliances that an orthodontist might use to help move teeth or realign a jaw, and that is worn partially outside the mouth. Orthodontic headgear is used to apply gentle force on parts of the mouth, making it ready for the application of braces. Why is Orthodontic Headgear […]
How Much Do Braces Hurt?
How much do braces hurt is a great question. And whether it’s you getting braces or a loved one, the process can make you a little nervous. In fact, two of the frequently asked questions include: How much do braces hurt and why do braces hurt after tightening? Okay, let’s be truthful here: In answering your […]