Baltimore-Area Orthodontists

Stains on Invisalign trays can develop due to various factors, such as dark-colored beverages, smoking, and bacterial buildup. These stains can compromise aesthetics and the success of your orthodontic journey.

The length of your orthodontic treatment often depends on the condition of your teeth and your goals for orthodontic correction. The average length of treatment is between 18 and 24 months, but some patients may wear their braces for a longer or shorter time.

While nighttime DIY aligners can seem like a cheaper or more convenient alternative, it’s important to only undergo orthodontic treatment under the supervision of a board-certified orthodontist.

Mild pain or tenderness is a common side effect of wearing braces, but you will experience it infrequently during your orthodontic treatment.

Some studies estimate that a person is 60 times more likely to suffer oral trauma if they don’t wear a mouthguard while playing sports. And, if you’ve started orthodontic treatment, your teeth are especially vulnerable. 

Elastics are rubber bands that hook to brackets or archwires of braces to assist with movement. They provide extra force...