Are you an adult with a narrow upper jaw? Do you snore in your sleep? Possibly have a crossbite? Then it is a good idea for you to understand how the technique works and some important knowledge you need to know before the procedure for successful results. What is a Maxillary Skeletal Expander (MSE)? Maxillary…
Pre-Treatment – Gum Recession Post-Treatment – Gum Graft covered exposed root Do your teeth look longer than normal? Or are the roots of your teeth exposed? You might have gum recession. Gum recession is a common result of periodontal disease. After periodontal therapy, the gums are usually below the normal level, exposing the root surface…
Do you have crowded or crooked teeth? Worried it is affecting your bite and esthetics? Schedule your complimentary consultation and hear your options! Start your smile journey to a straight, beautiful smile. What is crowding? Teeth crowding occurs when there is a lack of space for all the teeth to fit normally in correct alignment…
Do you have a big gap between your front teeth? Or your tongue cannot touch the roof of your mouth? You might have an abnormal frenum! Before FrenectomyAfter Frenectomy* Before Tongue-tie releaseAfter Tongue-tie release* *Actual patients of Dr Chong What is an abnormal frenum? Abnormal frenum in the upper lip causes a gap or space…
Are you missing one or two of your adult teeth because they have failed to come out? You may have an impacted tooth! What are impacted teeth in orthodontics? Impacted teeth simply mean a tooth that is “stuck” inside the bone and failed to erupt or “come out” through the gums. While all teeth may…
What is esthetic crown lengthening surgery? How will you know if you need it? Do your gums show too much when you smile? Do your teeth look small and short? If yes, you may have a case of a “gummy smile”. An esthetic crown lengthening surgery is what you might need. A “gummy smile”…
Your bark may be worse than your bite, but your bite is a very important part of your oral health. In orthodontics, “bite” refers to the way upper and lower teeth come together. A bad bite, called a “malocclusion,” happens when teeth meet improperly, or they don’t meet at all. While each individual bite problem…
Change is a part of life. Everything changes with time. At this time of year, bursts of vibrant fall colors are a visual reminder that change happens. Change can be predictable, like the annual transformation of leaves from green to glorious golds, reds and oranges. In some instances, change can be so gradual that it’s…
Looks Can Be Deceiving Things are not always as they appear. We all know people who from the outside look healthy, but who internally are battling a chronic illness. Likewise, you may be interested to learn that even if your front teeth are straight, there can be a problem with how all your teeth…
If you believe your dentist is also an orthodontist, take a minute to read this post. Your confusion is understandable. After all, both dentists and orthodontists work on teeth. Both provide professional care that helps patients have good oral health, and both are dental school graduates. Your dentist may even offer orthodontic services, leading you…
